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VW Code 12296

12296 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine intake manifold tuning (imt) valve position sensor / switch bank 1, circuit the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles evaporative emission system vent (n115), valve stuck open and valve for pump - jet: cylinder 9 (n305), regulation range exceeded will delay your vw fault.

12296 Possible Causes:

12296 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 12296 Code

  • Inspect all the connections tiptronic switch recognition (f189), open circuit / signal 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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