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VW Code 12157

12157 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing direct ozone reduction catalyst temperature sensor, circuit intermittent / erratic It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake o2 sensor signal bank 2 sensor 3, biased / stuck rich . On the other hand reductant temperature sensor, circuit low is the final reason of the code.

12157 Possible Causes:

12157 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 12157 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust gas recirculation throttle control, circuit 'a' 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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