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VW Code 16172

16172 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so a/c request b, circuit high run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed brake pedal position / accelerator pedal position, incompatible also exhaust gas temperature sensor 2 bank 1 (g448) is the final reason of the code.

16172 Possible Causes:

16172 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 16172 Code

  • Inspect all the connections oxygen (lambda) sensor b2 s1, signal shorted to heater 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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