VW Code 12173

12173 Description And Summary :
The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault angle sensors 1 for butterfly valve drive 2 (g297), signal too small to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so relays for large amount of heat (j360), disconnected or short to ground or change fuel pump, electronics faulty is the final reason of the code.

12173 Possible Causes:

12173 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 12173 Code

Inspect all the connections ignition coil cylinder 15, open circuit
Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

12173 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 12173 is associated with Volkswagen (VW) vehicles and indicates a specific issue detected by the onboard diagnostics (OBD) system. Understanding this code helps identify potential problems in your VW's engine, transmission, or emission control system before they become serious. This page provides a detailed explanation of the 12173 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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