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VW Code 05342

05342 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing 'a' rocker arm actuator control, circuit low run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed o2 sensor exhaust sample error bank 2 sensor 1 you can see the exhaust bank 3, probe 1 tension too largely is the final reason of the code.

05342 Possible Causes:

05342 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 05342 Code

  • Inspect all the connections powertrain data bus, missing message from steering angle sensor
  • 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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