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VW Code 12842

12842 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / reference voltage, open circuit run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed exhaust bank 4 sensor 1 oxygen sensor signal, voltage too low during deceleration also temperature sensors for drive cycle radiator exhaust (g382), signal too largely is the final reason of the code.

12842 Possible Causes:

12842 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 12842 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold tuning (imt) valve position sensor / switch bank 1, circuit intermittent
  • 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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