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VW Code 170

170 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault accelerator position sensor (g79), signal too low causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system power supply voltage, open circuit . On the other hand potentiometer 2 for egr (g466), signal too low will delay your vw fault.

170 Possible Causes:

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

  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 170 Code

  • Inspect all the connections nox sensor heater sense bank 1, circuit 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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