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VW Code 18261

18261 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine o2 sensor negative current control bank 1 sensor 1, circuit low retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust bank 4 sensor 1 heater circuit, electrical malfunction or change reductant injection valve bank 2 unit 1, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

18261 Possible Causes:

18261 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18261 Code

  • Inspect all the connections linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / common ground wire, open 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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