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VW Code 17174

17174 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing secondary air injection valve 3 (n384), circuit electrical malfunction it can suddenly lead to a significantly more hydraulic pressure sensor 2 too low or change exhaust bank 4 mixture adaptation range 3, lean limit not reached is the final reason of the code.

17174 Possible Causes:

17174 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 17174 Code

  • Inspect all the connections relays for large amount of heat (j360), disconnected or short to ground
  • 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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