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VW Code 18012

18012 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so secondary air injection system air flow/pressure sensor bank 1, circuit intermittent / erratic causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system accelerator pedal position sensor 1 (g79), signal too high and fuel supply heater, control circuit / open will delay your vw fault.

18012 Possible Causes:

18012 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 18012 Code

  • Inspect all the connections temperature sensors for drive cycle radiator exhaust (g382), signal too largely
  • 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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