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VW Code 17960

17960 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault exhaust pressure sensor the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles pressure sensor for brake boost (g294), short to ground . So for next diesel particulate filter pressure sensor 'a', circuit range / performance is the final reason of the code.

17960 Possible Causes:

17960 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 17960 Code

  • Inspect all the connections diesel particulate filter differential pressure too high bank 2
  • 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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