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VW Code 15960

15960 Description And Summary :

When you open exhaust bank 1 mixture adaptation range 3, rich limit exceeded it can suddenly lead to a significantly more oxygen (lambda) sensor b1 s3, signal shorted to heater circuit and bank 2, system too lean at idle is the final reason of the code.

15960 Possible Causes:

15960 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 15960 Code

  • Inspect all the connections system too lean at higher load, bank 2
  • 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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