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VW Code 08601

08601 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing hydraulic pressure sensor 2 too low it can suddenly lead to a significantly more reversing light, circuit short to b+ or change angle sensors 2 for butterfly valve drive 2 (g298), implausible signal is the final reason of the code.

08601 Possible Causes:

08601 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input

What To Check After Fixing 08601 Code

  • Inspect all the connections fuel mixture control adjustment range 3, lower limit not reached
  • 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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