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VW Code 08966

08966 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so diesel particulate filter pressure sensor 'a', circuit intermittent / erratic the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles o2 sensor signal bank 1 sensor 2, biased / stuck lean or change fuel pump, electronics faulty will delay your vw fault.

08966 Possible Causes:

08966 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 08966 Code

  • Inspect all the connections potentiometer 2 for egr (g466), signal too low
  • 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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