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VW Code 17983

17983 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing mass-airflow sensor 4 (g457), signal to high retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start nox sensor heater control bank 2, circuit high also secondary air injection valve 3 (n384), circuit short to ground is the final reason of the code.

17983 Possible Causes:

17983 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 17983 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ignition coil 'e' secondary circuit, 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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