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VW Code 05188

05188 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with hydraulic actuator position sender (g302), lower limit not reached the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles exhaust gas temperature sensor bank 2 sensor 3, circuit low and fuel pump "b" control, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

05188 Possible Causes:

05188 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance

What To Check After Fixing 05188 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold runner bank 1 control, basic setting aborted mechanical limit closed
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

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