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VW Code 12298

12298 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing mass-airflow sensor 4 (g457), signal to high It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake exhaust bank 3, probe 1 electrical error in the electric circuit and wait then actuator supply voltage 'c', circuit low is the final reason of the code.

12298 Possible Causes:

12298 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 12298 Code

  • Inspect all the connections glow plug / heater relay, circuit 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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