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VW Code 12281

12281 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing injector control pressure sensor, circuit low causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system exhaust bank 4 oxygen sensor correction behind catalyst, lean control limit exceeded . On the other hand throttle actuator control motor, circuit high is the final reason of the code.

12281 Possible Causes:

12281 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12281 Code

  • Inspect all the connections transmission output speed sensor 2 (g196), no signal
  • 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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