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VW Code 166

166 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine relay for supply voltage terminal 30 (j317), implausible signal causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system a/c request b, circuit high . So for next data bus powertrain, missing message from a/c controller will delay your vw fault.

166 Possible Causes:

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

  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 166 Code

  • Inspect all the connections linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4 / reference voltage, 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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