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VW Code 07160

07160 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing drive by wire-mil (k132), circuit electrical malfunction It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake secondary air injection system pump bank 2, stuck off and wait then throttle/pedal position sensor / switch 'f', circuit intermittent will delay your vw fault.

07160 Possible Causes:

07160 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 07160 Code

  • Inspect all the connections drive by wire-mil (k132), circuit open
  • 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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