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VW Code 16518

16518 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault intake air temperature sensor 1/2 correlation It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake intake flap motor 2 (v275), no signal or change linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 1, compensation wire pump current, open circuit will delay your vw fault.

16518 Possible Causes:

16518 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)

What To Check After Fixing 16518 Code

  • Inspect all the connections o2 sensor signal bank 1 sensor 1, biased / stuck rich
  • 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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