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VW Code 16971

16971 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing turbocharger control module 2, implausible message the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles fuel pump, electronics faulty or turbocharger / supercharger boost system performance is the final reason of the code.

16971 Possible Causes:

16971 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 16971 Code

  • Inspect all the connections potentiometer 2 for egr (g466), signal too 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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