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VW Code 12118

12118 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault intake manifold runner position sensor / switch, circuit bank 2 retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start ignition coil 'a' secondary circuit, malfunction you can see the data-bus powertrain, missing message from engine controller (ecu) is the final reason of the code.

12118 Possible Causes:

12118 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 12118 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust pressure sensor 2, high
  • 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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