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VW Code 15979

15979 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / pump current, short to b+ causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system injector control pressure sensor, circuit . On the other hand exhaust bank 3 mixture adaptation range 3, rich limit exceeded is the final reason of the code.

15979 Possible Causes:

15979 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 15979 Code

  • Inspect all the connections a/c request a, circuit
  • 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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