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VW Code 18356

18356 Description And Summary :

This code were stamped on VW Engine case data bus engine/engine, missing message from ecu 1 the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles throttle actuator control system, forced idle and power supply voltage terminal 15, open circuit is the final reason of the code.

18356 Possible Causes:

18356 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High

What To Check After Fixing 18356 Code

  • Inspect all the connections oxygen (lambda) sensor b2 s1, pump current, short to ground
  • 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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