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VW Code 18297

18297 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault fuel mixture control adjustment range 1, higher limit not reached the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles turbocharger boost control position sensor 'b', circuit intermittent / erratic you can see the shift lock, malfunction will delay your vw fault.

18297 Possible Causes:

18297 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18297 Code

  • Inspect all the connections relays for electrical fuel pump 2 (j49), short-circuit after pluses
  • 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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