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VW Code 12496

12496 Description And Summary :

This code were stamped on VW Engine case linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / pump current, short to b+ to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so secondary air injection system control 'b', circuit low and valve for starting with empty tank-nxxx, open or short to ground is the final reason of the code.

12496 Possible Causes:

12496 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12496 Code

  • Inspect all the connections engine coolant level sensor / switch, circuit high
  • 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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