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VW Code 16985

16985 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with butterfly valve control unit 2 (j544), under voltage during basic adjustment retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start evaporative emission system leak detection pump sense, circuit range / performance . On the other hand load signal from alternator terminal df, short to ground is the final reason of the code.

16985 Possible Causes:

16985 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 16985 Code

  • Inspect all the connections transmission output speed sensor 2 (g196), circuit range / performance
  • 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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