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VW Code 09870

09870 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing throttle/pedal position sensor / switch 'd', circuit intermittent the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles exhaust gas temperature sensor bank 2 sensor 3, circuit range / performance also brake switch circuit, error message from engine contr. will delay your vw fault.

09870 Possible Causes:

09870 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders

What To Check After Fixing 09870 Code

  • Inspect all the connections cylinder 5 above knock threshold
  • 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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