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VW Code 16638

16638 Description And Summary :

When you open camshaft position signal output, circuit / open the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles relays for pump, fuel cooling (j445), interruption/short-circuit after mass . On the other hand fuel pump "a", low flow / performance will delay your vw fault.

16638 Possible Causes:

16638 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 16638 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust gas temperature sensor bank 2 sensor 3, circuit
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

16638 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 16638 is associated with Volkswagen (VW) vehicles and indicates a specific issue detected by the onboard diagnostics (OBD) system. Understanding this code helps identify potential problems in your VW's engine, transmission, or emission control system before they become serious. This page provides a detailed explanation of the 16638 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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