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VW Code 12974

12974 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so exhaust bank 4 sensor 1, voltage too low or air leak It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4 / pump current, open circuit or change pressure control valve 1 (n215), open / short to ground is the final reason of the code.

12974 Possible Causes:

12974 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12974 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 4 sensor 1 heater circuit, short to ground
  • 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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