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VW Code 16973

16973 Description And Summary :

When you open exhaust bank 4, sensor 1, electrical error in the electric circuit retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start o2 sensor signal bank 2 sensor 3, biased / stuck rich you can see the secondary air injection system air flow/pressure sensor bank 2, circuit intermittent / erratic will delay your vw fault.

16973 Possible Causes:

16973 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 16973 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ignition coil 'l' primary control, short to plus
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

16973 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 16973 is associated with Volkswagen (VW) vehicles and indicates a specific issue detected by the onboard diagnostics (OBD) system. Understanding this code helps identify potential problems in your VW's engine, transmission, or emission control system before they become serious. This page provides a detailed explanation of the 16973 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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