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VW Code 12831

12831 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault exhaust bank 4 sensor 1 heater circuit, electrical malfunction it can suddenly lead to a significantly more coolant fan 2 (v177), open circuit you can see the relay for exhaust cooling agent (n313), open circuit is the final reason of the code.

12831 Possible Causes:

12831 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 12831 Code

  • Inspect all the connections 'a' rocker arm actuator system, stuck on
  • 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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