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VW Code 18497

18497 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing mass-airflow sensor 3 (g456), signal to low causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system please check dtc memory of air condition ecu you can see the exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 1 sensor 5, circuit / open is the final reason of the code.

18497 Possible Causes:

18497 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Reverse Input Circuit

What To Check After Fixing 18497 Code

  • Inspect all the connections shift up/down wire, open / short to ground
  • 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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