VW Code 17138

17138 Description And Summary :
This something to do with the intake camshaft timing cam shaft position sensor (g40), signal outside of the tolerance to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2, compensation wire pump current, open circuit or exhaust bank 4, sensor 2 heater circuit, short-circuit after mass is the final reason of the code.

17138 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing cam shaft position sensor (g40), signal outside of the tolerance to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2, compensation wire pump current, open circuit or exhaust bank 4, sensor 2 heater circuit, short-circuit after mass is the final reason of the code.

17138 Possible Causes:

17138 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
Reverse Input Circuit

What To Check After Fixing 17138 Code

Inspect all the connections please check dtc memory of instrument cluster
Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

17138 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 17138 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 17138 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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