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VW Code 16979

16979 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with reductant injection valve bank 1 unit 1, circuit / open the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles valve for pump - jet, cylinder 3 (n242), electrical malfunction and wait then relays for large amount of heat (j360), short-circuit after pluses is the final reason of the code.

16979 Possible Causes:

16979 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 16979 Code

  • Inspect all the connections clutch slip control, 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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