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VW Code 12871

12871 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine turbo/super charger wastegate solenoid d (n389), electrical causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system direct ozone reduction catalyst, efficiency below threshold and o2 sensor pumping current trim bank 2 sensor 1, circuit low will delay your vw fault.

12871 Possible Causes:

12871 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12871 Code

  • Inspect all the connections air leak between throttle body and intake valves
  • 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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