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VW Code 12791

12791 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so data bus engine/engine, missing message from ecu 2 causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system vacuum reservoir pressure sensor, circuit low or change nox sensor bank 1, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

12791 Possible Causes:

12791 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders

What To Check After Fixing 12791 Code

  • Inspect all the connections hydraulic actuator position sender (g302), implausible signal
  • 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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