VW Code 16642

16642 Description And Summary :
Staring in engine linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / pump current, short to ground It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake exhaust gas recirculation flow, excessive detected . So for next oxygen (lambda) sensor b1 s3, signal shorted to heater circuit will delay your vw fault.

16642 Possible Causes:

16642 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 16642 Code

Inspect all the connections o2 sensor signal bank 2 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

16642 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 16642 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 16642 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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