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VW Code 16879

16879 Description And Summary :

This code were stamped on VW Engine case secondary air injection valve 4 (n385), circuit open circuit run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed relays for large amount of heat (j360), disconnected or short to ground you can see the valve for pump - jet: cylinder 10 (n306), circuit low input is the final reason of the code.

16879 Possible Causes:

16879 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 16879 Code

  • Inspect all the connections injector cylinder 13 (n390), 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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