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VW Code 18178

18178 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault bank 1, cam shaft position sensor, discharge opening (g300), interruption / short-circuit to b+ mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor glow plug control module 2 (j703), electrical malfunction . So for next valve for pump - jet: cylinder 11 (n307), electrical malfunction is the final reason of the code.

18178 Possible Causes:

18178 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 18178 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold tuning valve (bank 1), stuck closed
  • 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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