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VW Code 16740

16740 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault exhaust gas recirculation throttle control, circuit 'a' high run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed evaporative emissions (evap) fuel vapour temperature sensor, circuit low voltage and wait then exhaust bank 3, probe 1 heating circuit interruption is the final reason of the code.

16740 Possible Causes:

16740 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 16740 Code

  • Inspect all the connections nox sensor heater control bank 2, circuit high
  • 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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