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VW Code 12438

12438 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so intake manifold tuning (imt) valve position sensor / switch bank 1, circuit range / performance it can suddenly lead to a significantly more evaporative emissions (evap) fuel vapour temperature sensor, performance also cylinder 2 above knock threshold will delay your vw fault.

12438 Possible Causes:

12438 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 12438 Code

  • Inspect all the connections data bus powertrain, missing message from control module electric parking brake
  • 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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