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VW Code 12790

12790 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault a/c refrigerant pressure sensor 'b', circuit causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system fuel pump "b", low flow / performance you can see the pre-catalyst exhaust bank 3 effect too small is the final reason of the code.

12790 Possible Causes:

12790 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12790 Code

  • Inspect all the connections engine temperature too low
  • 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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