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VW Code 12679

12679 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing fuel injection valve 3 (n368), open circuit the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles data bus engine/engine, missing message from ecu 1 or change secondary air injection system switching valve bank 2, stuck open is the final reason of the code.

12679 Possible Causes:

12679 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12679 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 3, probe 1 heating circuit short-circuit after pluses
  • 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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