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VW Code 18218

18218 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with accelerator position sensor 2 (g185), signal too low the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles butterfly valve control unit 2 (j544), adaptation not started also a/c refrigerant pressure sensor 'b', circuit is the final reason of the code.

18218 Possible Causes:

18218 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 18218 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold runner control, circuit / open bank 2
  • 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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