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VW Code 05498

05498 Description And Summary :

The problem is about exhaust bank 4 oxygen sensor before catalyst, heater circuit, regulation at upper limit retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4 / reference voltage, short to ground and wait then friction too high, exhaust cam adjustment bank 2 will delay your vw fault.

05498 Possible Causes:

05498 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 05498 Code

  • Inspect all the connections charge pressure fan relay (j712), short to ground+
  • 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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