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VW Code 12881

12881 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with exhaust bank 1/2 lambda probes after kat exchanges mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor exhaust gas temperature sensor bank 2 sensor 3, circuit range / performance . So for next accelerator pedal position sensor 1 (g79), signal too high is the final reason of the code.

12881 Possible Causes:

12881 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High

What To Check After Fixing 12881 Code

  • Inspect all the connections potentiometer 2 for egr (g466), signal too high
  • 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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