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VW Code 053

053 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine injector cylinder 13 (n390), circuit low retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start cylinder 8 above knock threshold and wait then exhaust gas recirculation cooling valve control, circuit high is the final reason of the code.

053 Possible Causes:

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

  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 053 Code

  • Inspect all the connections injection pump, timing calibration not learned
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

053 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 053 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 053 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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