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VW Code 18123

18123 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing turbo/super charger wastegate solenoid d (n389), signal high causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system turbocharger control module, faulty you can see the accelerator pedal position sensor 2 (g185), signal too low is the final reason of the code.

18123 Possible Causes:

18123 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 18123 Code

  • Inspect all the connections throttle plate control 2, 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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