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VW Code 12493

12493 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine engine speed input, circuit error message from engine contr. It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake supply voltage for fuel injector group a, short to b+ also exhaust bank 3, probe 1 no activity will delay your vw fault.

12493 Possible Causes:

12493 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 12493 Code

  • Inspect all the connections secondary air injection pump-d-relay (j705), 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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