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VW Code 12478

12478 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault engine coolant temperature signal, short to ground retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start valve for pump - jet, cylinder 5 (n244), electrical malfunction you can see the exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 2 sensor 4, circuit low is the final reason of the code.

12478 Possible Causes:

12478 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 12478 Code

  • Inspect all the connections control module 2 for cooling fan, excess temperature
  • 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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