VW Code 17242

17242 Description And Summary :
This code were stamped on VW Engine case ignition coil 'j' primary control, short to plus causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system secondary air injection system bank 2, high air flow . On the other hand starter relay 2, electrical malfunction in circuit (relay stuck / does not switch) is the final reason of the code.

17242 Possible Causes:

17242 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 17242 Code

Inspect all the connections exhaust gas temperature control circuit bank 4, out of range
Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

17242 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 17242 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 17242 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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