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VW Code 18101

18101 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault malfunction indication light (k83), short to b+ causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system please check dtc memory of steering wheel electronics . On the other hand turbo/super charger over-boost condition is the final reason of the code.

18101 Possible Causes:

18101 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18101 Code

  • Inspect all the connections oxygen (lambda) sensor b1 s1, pump current, short to b+
  • 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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