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VW Code 17290

17290 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing evaporative emission system leak detection pump sense, circuit range / performance the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles oxygen (lambda) sensor b4 s1, heater return coupling . On the other hand linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / reference voltage, short to ground is the final reason of the code.

17290 Possible Causes:

17290 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 17290 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ignition coil cylinder 15, high circuit
  • 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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