VW Code 12601

12601 Description And Summary :
Diameter in engine barometric pressure sensor 'a', circuit intermittent / erratic causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system sensor 1 for hydraulic pressure in transmission, open or short to b+ and wait then throttle actuator control motor, circuit high is the final reason of the code.

12601 Possible Causes:

12601 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 12601 Code

Inspect all the connections cylinder 10 above knock threshold
Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

12601 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 12601 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 12601 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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