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VW Code 12790

12790 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine pressure control solenoid 6 (n371) open / short to ground it can suddenly lead to a significantly more ignition coil 'a' primary control, circuit low or change 'b' rocker arm actuator control, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

12790 Possible Causes:

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

  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 12790 Code

  • Inspect all the connections o2 sensor signal bank 2 sensor 3, biased / stuck rich
  • 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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