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VW Code 12801

12801 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing exhaust bank 1 sensor 1 o2 sensor signal, implausibly lean the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles throttle/fuel inhibit, circuit or change load signal from alternator terminal df, open or short to b+ is the final reason of the code.

12801 Possible Causes:

12801 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance

What To Check After Fixing 12801 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 4, sensor 1, no activity
  • 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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