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VW Code 17171

17171 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing control module defective the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles control unit error programming error . So for next exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 1 sensor 4, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

17171 Possible Causes:

17171 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 17171 Code

  • Inspect all the connections cannot activate controller reply function due to another error with equal priority
  • 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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