VW Code 16872
16872 Description And Summary : |
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This something to do with the intake camshaft timing vehicle speed signal wheel speed from brake control module; range / performance the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles exhaust bank 1 sensor 1 o2 sensor signal, implausibly rich also throttle actuator control system, sudden high air flow detected will delay your vw fault. |
16872 Possible Causes:
16872 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:
- Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
- Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
- O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
- Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
- Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
- Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
- Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
What To Check After Fixing 16872 Code
- Inspect all the connections exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 2 sensor 5, 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