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VW Code 17991

17991 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 1 sensor 5, circuit high causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system friction too high, exhaust cam adjustment bank 1 and valve for pump - jet: cylinder 10 (n306), electrical malfunction is the final reason of the code.

17991 Possible Causes:

17991 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 17991 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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