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VW Code 05238

05238 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine controller for radiator exhaust oh run (j138), interruption / short-circuit after mass causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system bank 2, exhaust cam wave position sensor (g301) / crankshaft position sensor (g28), wrong allocation . On the other hand exhaust bank 3, probe 2 no activity is the final reason of the code.

05238 Possible Causes:

05238 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 05238 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake flap motor 2 (v275), short to b+
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

05238 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 05238 is associated with Volkswagen (VW) vehicles and indicates a specific issue detected by the onboard diagnostics (OBD) system. Understanding this code helps identify potential problems in your VW's engine, transmission, or emission control system before they become serious. This page provides a detailed explanation of the 05238 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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