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VW Code 12170

12170 Description And Summary :

When you open outside temperature sensor 2 (g249), open to b+ It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake o2 sensor negative current control bank 2 sensor 1, circuit low you can see the system too lean at higher load, bank 1 is the final reason of the code.

12170 Possible Causes:

12170 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12170 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 2 sensor 1 oxygen sensor signal, implausibly rich
  • 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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