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VW Code 18298

18298 Description And Summary :

When you open outside temperature sensor 2 (g249), open to b+ the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles secondary air injection pump-c-relay (j704), circuit open circuit or electronic control module incorrect coding is the final reason of the code.

18298 Possible Causes:

18298 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input

What To Check After Fixing 18298 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ecm/pcm power input, signal low
  • 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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