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VW Code 12197

12197 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine injector cylinder 16 (n393), circuit low to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so nox sensor bank 1, circuit low also throttle/pedal position sensor 'a', minimum stop performance will delay your vw fault.

12197 Possible Causes:

12197 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)

What To Check After Fixing 12197 Code

  • Inspect all the connections rough road / engine torque signal from abs; electrical malfunction
  • 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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