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VW Code 08381

08381 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine o2 sensor out of range during deceleration bank 1 sensor 1 the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles ignition coil 'e' secondary circuit, malfunction . On the other hand exhaust bank 2 sensor 1 oxygen sensor signal, voltage too low during deceleration is the final reason of the code.

08381 Possible Causes:

08381 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 08381 Code

  • Inspect all the connections turbo/super charger wastegate solenoid c (n388), signal high
  • 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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