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VW Code 12542

12542 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing control module 2 for cooling fan, faulty to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so exhaust bank 3, probe 1 signal too slowly and wait then engine coolant temperature signal, short to ground is the final reason of the code.

12542 Possible Causes:

12542 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 12542 Code

  • Inspect all the connections injector control pressure sensor, circuit
  • 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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