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VW Code 13138

13138 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing accelerator position sensor (g79), signal too high to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so powertrain data bus, missing message from instrument cluster or intake manifold runner bank 1, high temperature is the final reason of the code.

13138 Possible Causes:

13138 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input

What To Check After Fixing 13138 Code

  • Inspect all the connections transmission coolant circuit relay, short to b+
  • 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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