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VW Code 18497

18497 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine valve for pump - jet: cylinder 9 (n305), circuit low input run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed ignition coil 'b' primary control, circuit low or exhaust bank 1/2 lambda probes after kat exchanges is the final reason of the code.

18497 Possible Causes:

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

  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18497 Code

  • Inspect all the connections throttle/pedal position sensor / switch 'b' / 'c', voltage correlation
  • 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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