VW Code 17138

17138 Description And Summary :
This something to do with the intake camshaft timing engine coolant level low It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake ignition coil 'c' primary control, short to plus or change linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / reference voltage, implausible is the final reason of the code.

17138 Possible Causes:

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

Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
Reverse Input Circuit
Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 17138 Code

Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 3 oxygen sensor before catalyst, heater circuit, regulation at lower limit
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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