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VW Code 12438

12438 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault ignition coil 'b' secondary circuit, malfunction causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system intake air heater "a", circuit open and torque management request input signal a, high is the final reason of the code.

12438 Possible Causes:

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

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)

What To Check After Fixing 12438 Code

  • Inspect all the connections coolant circulation pump relay (j151), short to ground
  • 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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