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VW Code 05503

05503 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing transmission control unit relay, short to b+ causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / common ground wire, short to ground and control module 1 for cooling fan, short circuit will delay your vw fault.

05503 Possible Causes:

05503 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 05503 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 3 oxygen sensor before catalyst, heater circuit, regulation at lower limit
  • 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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