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VW Code 17909

17909 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 1 sensor 4, circuit intermittent / erratic causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system turbocharger boost control position sensor 'b', circuit intermittent / erratic also secondary air injection system switching valve bank 1, stuck open will delay your vw fault.

17909 Possible Causes:

17909 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 17909 Code

  • Inspect all the connections secondary air injection system air flow/pressure sensor bank 1, circuit intermittent / erratic
  • 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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