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VW Code 05240

05240 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / reference voltage, short to ground mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor control circuit for controller for turbocharger 2 (j725): electrical malfunction . So for next exhaust gas recirculation cooling valve control, circuit low is the final reason of the code.

05240 Possible Causes:

05240 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 05240 Code

  • Inspect all the connections turbo/super charger wastegate solenoid d (n389), electrical
  • 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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