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VW Code 18381

18381 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with tiptronic switch recognition, circuit short to ground the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles intake air heater "a", circuit range / performance or engine torque reduction, short to b+ is the final reason of the code.

18381 Possible Causes:

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

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18381 Code

  • Inspect all the connections power supply (b+) terminal 15, voltage too high
  • 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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