VW Code 12197

12197 Description And Summary :
The problem is about manifold absolute pressure / mass air flow - throttle position correlation at higher load retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust bank 1 sensor 1 oxygen sensor signal, voltage too low during deceleration or control module 2 for cooling fan, faulty will delay your vw fault.

12197 Possible Causes:

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

Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 12197 Code

Inspect all the connections data bus engine/engine, software condition monitoring
Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

12197 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 12197 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 12197 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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