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VW Code 17166

17166 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing secondary air injection valve 3 (n384), circuit short to b+ It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake torque management request input signal a, high . So for next data bus powertrain, malfunction is the final reason of the code.

17166 Possible Causes:

17166 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)

What To Check After Fixing 17166 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ignition coil 'd' primary control, circuit low
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

17166 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 17166 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 17166 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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