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VW Code 12740

12740 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault angle sensors 1 for butterfly valve drive 2 (g297), signal too largely retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start reductant injection valve bank 1 unit 1, circuit high or is the final reason of the code.

12740 Possible Causes:

12740 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12740 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold runner control, circuit / open bank 1
  • 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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