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VW Code 16742

16742 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine glow plug control module 2 (j703), electrical malfunction run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed data bus engine/engine, missing message from ecu 2 and engine coolant temperature sensor 2 (g83), circuit low will delay your vw fault.

16742 Possible Causes:

16742 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)

What To Check After Fixing 16742 Code

  • Inspect all the connections drive by wire-mil (k132), circuit open
  • 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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