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VW Code 05601

05601 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine throttle actuator control system, sudden low air flow detected retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust gas temperature control bank 3, range / performance . On the other hand valve for pump - jet: cylinder 9 (n305), regulation range exceeded is the final reason of the code.

05601 Possible Causes:

05601 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 05601 Code

  • Inspect all the connections diesel particulate filter pressure sensor 'a', circuit intermittent / erratic
  • 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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