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VW Code 11917

11917 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault fuel cap sensor / switch, circuit low the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles mass-airflow sensor 4 (g457), signal to high . So for next data bus powertrain, missing message from instruments panel ecu is the final reason of the code.

11917 Possible Causes:

11917 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 11917 Code

  • Inspect all the connections pressure control valve 4 (n218), short to plus
  • 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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