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VW Code 18478

18478 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with throttle actuator control motor, circuit low run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed secondary air injection system air flow/pressure sensor bank 1, circuit high also data bus powertrain, missing message from control module battery monitoring is the final reason of the code.

18478 Possible Causes:

18478 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders

What To Check After Fixing 18478 Code

  • Inspect all the connections engine coolant temperature signal, open / short to b+
  • 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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