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VW Code 18142

18142 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing turbocharger control module, faulty to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so pressure sensor for brake boost (g294), short to ground you can see the injector control pressure, too high - engine off will delay your vw fault.

18142 Possible Causes:

18142 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders

What To Check After Fixing 18142 Code

  • Inspect all the connections oxygen (lambda) sensor b2 s2, signal shorted to heater circuit
  • 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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