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VW Code 12578

12578 Description And Summary :

When you open secondary air injection system air flow/pressure sensor bank 2, circuit high run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed glow plug/heater relay 2 circuit, open or short to ground and wait then valve for pump - jet: cylinder 11 (n307), electrical malfunction will delay your vw fault.

12578 Possible Causes:

12578 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Reverse Input Circuit

What To Check After Fixing 12578 Code

  • Inspect all the connections throttle/pedal position sensor / switch 'a' / 'c', voltage correlation
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

12578 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 12578 is associated with Volkswagen (VW) vehicles and indicates a specific issue detected by the onboard diagnostics (OBD) system. Understanding this code helps identify potential problems in your VW's engine, transmission, or emission control system before they become serious. This page provides a detailed explanation of the 12578 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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