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VW Code 18131

18131 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine relays for coolant additive pump (j496), short to ground It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake reductant injection valve bank 2 unit 1, circuit low or change valve for pump - jet, cylinder 5 (n244), electrical malfunction will delay your vw fault.

18131 Possible Causes:

18131 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18131 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 3, probe 1 heating circuit interruption
  • 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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