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VW Code 18496

18496 Description And Summary :

The problem is about camshaft adjustment oil temperature sensor (g277), open or short to ground It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake turbo/super charger wastegate solenoid d (n389), electrical you can see the particulate trap bank 1, efficiency below threshold is the final reason of the code.

18496 Possible Causes:

18496 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance

What To Check After Fixing 18496 Code

  • Inspect all the connections 'a' rocker arm actuator 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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