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VW Code 15042

15042 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with oxygen (lambda) sensor b2 s1, pump current, short to b+ mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor mass-airflow sensor 4 (g457), signal to low or change linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / pump current, short to b+ is the final reason of the code.

15042 Possible Causes:

15042 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 15042 Code

  • Inspect all the connections cylinder 1 above knock threshold
  • 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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