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VW Code 16542

16542 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so egr system, regulation range not reached run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed throttle/pedal position sensor / switch 'd', circuit intermittent and wait then nox sensor heater control bank 1, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

16542 Possible Causes:

16542 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 16542 Code

  • Inspect all the connections linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4 / reference voltage, short to b+
  • 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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