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VW Code 18399

18399 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine hc adsorption catalyst efficiency below threshold bank 1 mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor valve for exhaust flap 1 (n321), short to ground also exhaust gas temperature sensor 2 bank 1 (g448), low will delay your vw fault.

18399 Possible Causes:

18399 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 18399 Code

  • Inspect all the connections o2 sensor signal bank 2 sensor 2, biased / stuck rich
  • 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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