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VW Code 17831

17831 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so ignition coil 'b' secondary circuit, malfunction retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust bank 3, probe 2 tension too largely or charge pressure fan relay (j712), open is the final reason of the code.

17831 Possible Causes:

17831 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 17831 Code

  • Inspect all the connections valve for pump - jet, cylinder 6 (n245), electrical malfunction
  • 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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