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VW Code 15821

15821 Description And Summary :

The problem is about exhaust bank 3 oxygen sensor before catalyst, heater circuit, regulation at upper limit It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake fuel cap sensor / switch, circuit high . On the other hand malfunction indication light (k83), short to ground is the final reason of the code.

15821 Possible Causes:

15821 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High

What To Check After Fixing 15821 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake air heater "a", system performance
  • 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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