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VW Code 16431

16431 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine exhaust gas temperature sensor bank 2 sensor 3, circuit high It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake potentiometer 2 for egr (g466), incorrect basic setting . So for next starter interlock, circuit short to ground is the final reason of the code.

16431 Possible Causes:

16431 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 16431 Code

  • Inspect all the connections a/c refrigerant pressure sensor 'b', 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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