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VW Code 16962

16962 Description And Summary :

The problem is about relays for coolant additive pump (j496), open circuit mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor valve for pump - jet: cylinder 12 (n308), electrical malfunction and wait then relays for small amount of heat (j359), short-circuit after pluses will delay your vw fault.

16962 Possible Causes:

16962 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 16962 Code

  • Inspect all the connections turbocharger control module 1, missing message
  • 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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