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VW Code 18038

18038 Description And Summary :

When you open linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / reference voltage, short to b+ It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake exhaust gas recirculation cooling valve control, circuit high or change exhaust pressure regulator vent solenoid, control circuit / open is the final reason of the code.

18038 Possible Causes:

18038 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18038 Code

  • Inspect all the connections valve for pump - jet: cylinder 8 (3040), electrical 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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