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VW Code 18481

18481 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with vehicle speed signal, circuit short to ground to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so exhaust bank 3 sensor 1, voltage too low or air leak and wait then fuel cap sensor / switch, circuit high is the final reason of the code.

18481 Possible Causes:

18481 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18481 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ignition coil cylinder 16, open circuit
  • 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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