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VW Code 08042

08042 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so evaporative emission system leak detection pump sense, circuit intermittent / erratic It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake reservoir for additive for particle filter, empty and wait then exhaust bank 3 mixture adaptation range 3, lean limit not reached is the final reason of the code.

08042 Possible Causes:

08042 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High

What To Check After Fixing 08042 Code

  • Inspect all the connections reversing light, circuit short to ground
  • 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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