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VW Code 08616

08616 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / pump current, open circuit retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start valve for pump - jet, cylinder 3 (n242), electrical malfunction and wait then actuator supply voltage 'c', circuit high will delay your vw fault.

08616 Possible Causes:

08616 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 08616 Code

  • Inspect all the connections linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4, compensation wire pump current, open circuit
  • 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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