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VW Code 17873

17873 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so throttle plate control 2, malfunction mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor angle sensors 1 signal implausible for butterfly valve drive 2 (g297) or angle sensors 2 for butterfly valve drive 2 (g298), signal too largely is the final reason of the code.

17873 Possible Causes:

17873 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 17873 Code

  • Inspect all the connections evaporative emission system leak detection pump control, circuit / open
  • 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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