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VW Code 12396

12396 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine exhaust bank 4, sensor 1, no activity the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles air flow restriction / air leak between air filter and maf . So for next shift lock, malfunction is the final reason of the code.

12396 Possible Causes:

12396 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 12396 Code

  • Inspect all the connections a camshaft position actuator control bank 2, circuit low
  • 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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