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VW Code 17491

17491 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so ignition coil 'j' primary control, short to plus causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system turbo/super charger wastegate solenoid c (n388), signal low and exhaust bank 3 sensor 1, inner resistance implausible will delay your vw fault.

17491 Possible Causes:

17491 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 17491 Code

  • Inspect all the connections linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3, compensation wire pump current, open 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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