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VW Code 12696

12696 Description And Summary :

This code were stamped on VW Engine case friction too high, intake cam adjustment bank 1 the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles throttle/fuel inhibit, circuit or change fuel injection valve 2 (n367), short to ground is the final reason of the code.

12696 Possible Causes:

12696 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12696 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 3, probe 1 heating circuit short-circuit after mass
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

12696 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 12696 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 12696 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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