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VW Code 18442

18442 Description And Summary :

The problem is about motor for intake manifold flap (v157), no signal causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system throttle position (tp) sensor (g79), error message from ecm and wait then intake manifold runner position sensor / switch, circuit bank 1 is the final reason of the code.

18442 Possible Causes:

18442 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18442 Code

  • Inspect all the connections power supply terminal 30, voltage too low
  • 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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