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VW Code 16388

16388 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault o2 sensor reference voltage bank 1 sensor 1, circuit / open mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor oxygen (lambda) sensor b2 s1, pump current, short to b+ or water in fuel sensor, circuit intermittent will delay your vw fault.

16388 Possible Causes:

16388 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 16388 Code

  • Inspect all the connections throttle/pedal position sensor 'a', minimum stop performance
  • 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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