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VW Code 18381

18381 Description And Summary :

When you open fuel injector group 'c' supply voltage, circuit low retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start oxygen (lambda) sensor b1 s2, signal shorted to heater circuit . On the other hand nox sensor heater sense bank 1, circuit is the final reason of the code.

18381 Possible Causes:

18381 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance

What To Check After Fixing 18381 Code

  • Inspect all the connections vehicle speed signal, circuit open
  • 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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