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VW Code 16493

16493 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so data bus powertrain, missing messages causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system exhaust gas temperature sensor bank 2 sensor 3, circuit and wait then exhaust gas recirculation system performance is the final reason of the code.

16493 Possible Causes:

16493 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 16493 Code

  • Inspect all the connections motor for intake manifold flap (v157), open / short to ground
  • 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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