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VW Code 18501

18501 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine valve for pump - jet: cylinder 12 (n308), electrical malfunction retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start intake air heater "a", circuit you can see the wheel speed signal 1, range / performance is the final reason of the code.

18501 Possible Causes:

18501 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18501 Code

  • Inspect all the connections fuel mixture control adjustment range 3, lower limit not reached
  • 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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