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VW Code 16461

16461 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing hydraulic pump for overdrive / low range (v190), electrical malfunction It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake pressure control valve 1 (n215), open / short to ground also water in fuel sensor, circuit range / performance is the final reason of the code.

16461 Possible Causes:

16461 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 16461 Code

  • Inspect all the connections throttle position output, circuit low
  • 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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