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VW Code 10638

10638 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault throttle/fuel inhibit, circuit high retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust bank 4, sensor 2, electrical error in the electric circuit and valve for exhaust flap 2 (n322), open circuit is the final reason of the code.

10638 Possible Causes:

10638 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 10638 Code

  • Inspect all the connections valve for pump - jet: cylinder 9 (n305), circuit low input
  • 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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