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VW Code 05388

05388 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so o2 sensor signal bank 1 sensor 1, biased / stuck lean It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake exhaust bank 4 oxygen sensor before catalyst, heater circuit, regulation at upper limit also power supply, malfunction is the final reason of the code.

05388 Possible Causes:

05388 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 05388 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 1 sensor 1 individual cylinder control, sensor dynamic too low
  • 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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