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VW Code 16166

16166 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing reductant injection valve bank 1 unit 1, circuit high it can suddenly lead to a significantly more radiator fan (v7), difficulty of movement / blocked . On the other hand ecm/pcm power input, signal high is the final reason of the code.

16166 Possible Causes:

16166 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off

What To Check After Fixing 16166 Code

  • Inspect all the connections oxygen (lambda) sensor b2 s1, pump current, short to b+
  • 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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