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VW Code 18493

18493 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault drive by wire-mil (k132), circuit short to ground it can suddenly lead to a significantly more linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / common ground wire, short to b+ or throttle closed position, performance is the final reason of the code.

18493 Possible Causes:

18493 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 18493 Code

  • Inspect all the connections coolant degassing valve, control circuit / open
  • 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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