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VW Code 16218

16218 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing wheel speed signal 1, range / performance causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system ignition coil cylinder 14, low circuit also exhaust gas recirculation flow, excessive detected is the final reason of the code.

16218 Possible Causes:

16218 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 16218 Code

  • Inspect all the connections throttle actuator control motor, circuit high
  • 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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