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VW Code 16490

16490 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine system too lean at higher load, bank 1 mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor power supply (b+) terminal 15, implausible or change a camshaft position actuator control bank 2, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

16490 Possible Causes:

16490 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 16490 Code

  • Inspect all the connections fuel injector group 'c' supply voltage, 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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