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VW Code 08240

08240 Description And Summary :

The problem is about outside temperature sensor 2 (g249), short to ground to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so starter relay 1, electrical malfunction in circuit (relay stuck / does not switch) and exhaust bank 4 mixture adaptation range 3, rich limit exceeded is the final reason of the code.

08240 Possible Causes:

08240 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 08240 Code

  • Inspect all the connections brake switch circuit, error message from engine contr.
  • 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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