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VW Code 14161

14161 Description And Summary :

The problem is about linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / common ground wire, short to ground the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles a/c refrigerant distribution valve control, circuit high or accelerator pedal position sensor 2 (g185), signal too low will delay your vw fault.

14161 Possible Causes:

14161 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 14161 Code

  • Inspect all the connections data bus powertrain, missing messages
  • 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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