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VW Code 15169

15169 Description And Summary :

The problem is about diesel particle filter: excessive soot accumulation mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor starter activation, return message terminal 50, short to ground/open circuit . So for next exhaust bank 3, probe 2 internal resistance too largely is the final reason of the code.

15169 Possible Causes:

15169 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 15169 Code

  • Inspect all the connections evaporative emission system leak detection pump sense, circuit intermittent / erratic
  • 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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