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VW Code 18488

18488 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing camshaft adjustment oil temperature sensor (g277), open or short to ground it can suddenly lead to a significantly more throttle/pedal position sensor / switch 'a' / 'c', voltage correlation and fuel injection valve 4 (n369), short to b+ is the final reason of the code.

18488 Possible Causes:

18488 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 18488 Code

  • Inspect all the connections please check dtc memory of transmission ecu
  • 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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