VW Code 05979

05979 Description And Summary :
This code were stamped on VW Engine case secondary air injection system air flow/pressure sensor bank 1, circuit low retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start fuel injector group 'd' supply voltage, circuit high . On the other hand exhaust bank 3/4 lambda probes before kat exchanges will delay your vw fault.

05979 Possible Causes:

05979 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 05979 Code

Inspect all the connections fuel tank pressure (ftp) sensor (g400), short to b+
Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

05979 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 05979 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 05979 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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