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VW Code 05442

05442 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine throttle position output, circuit / open It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake valve for exhaust flap 2 (n322), electrical malfunction . On the other hand fuel supply heater, control circuit / open is the final reason of the code.

05442 Possible Causes:

05442 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 05442 Code

  • Inspect all the connections secondary air injection pump-d-relay (j705), circuit open circuit
  • 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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