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VW Code 12270

12270 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine exhaust gas temperature sensor bank 1 sensor 1, circuit range / performance It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake o2 sensor negative current control bank 2 sensor 1, circuit / open and wait then exhaust bank 2 mixture adaptation range 3, rich limit exceeded is the final reason of the code.

12270 Possible Causes:

12270 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12270 Code

  • Inspect all the connections linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4 / common ground wire, short to b+
  • 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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