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VW Code 16038

16038 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so generator lamp/l-terminal, circuit high causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system data bus powertrain, missing message from instruments panel ecu or intake manifold runner position sensor / switch, circuit bank 2 is the final reason of the code.

16038 Possible Causes:

16038 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 16038 Code

  • Inspect all the connections powertrain databus, implausible engine temperature message from inst.
  • 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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