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VW Code 16589

16589 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with bank 2, system too rich off idle the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles ignition coil 'b' secondary circuit, malfunction also o2 sensor signal bank 1 sensor 2, biased / stuck rich is the final reason of the code.

16589 Possible Causes:

16589 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Reverse Input Circuit

What To Check After Fixing 16589 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold runner control, circuit / open bank 2
  • 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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