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VW Code 18388

18388 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine ignition coil 'i' primary control, short to plus mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / pump current, open circuit and exhaust bank 4 oxygen sensor before catalyst, heater circuit, regulation at upper limit is the final reason of the code.

18388 Possible Causes:

18388 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 18388 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold runner position sensor / switch, circuit high bank 1
  • 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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