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VW Code 08838

08838 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault kick-down switches (f8) implausible signal the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles valve for pump - jet, cylinder 3 (n242), electrical malfunction or evaporative emission system switching valve control, circuit high is the final reason of the code.

08838 Possible Causes:

08838 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High

What To Check After Fixing 08838 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust gas recirculation cooling system, performance
  • 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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