VW Code 05971

05971 Description And Summary :
Staring in engine intake manifold runner bank 2, high temperature causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / common ground wire, short to b+ or change vehicle speed signal wheel speed from brake control module; range / performance will delay your vw fault.

05971 Possible Causes:

05971 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Reverse Input Circuit
Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 05971 Code

Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 4 oxygen sensor correction behind catalyst, rich control limit exceeded
Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

05971 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 05971 is associated with Volkswagen (VW) vehicles and indicates a specific issue detected by the onboard diagnostics (OBD) system. Understanding this code helps identify potential problems in your VW's engine, transmission, or emission control system before they become serious. This page provides a detailed explanation of the 05971 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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