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VW Code 05742

05742 Description And Summary :

The problem is about linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / pump current, short to ground mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 2 sensor 4, circuit range / performance and wait then control circuit for controller for turbocharger 2 (j725): electrical malfunction is the final reason of the code.

05742 Possible Causes:

05742 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 05742 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ignition coil 'a' primary control, short to plus
  • 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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