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VW Code 187

187 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing intake air heater "a", circuit high it can suddenly lead to a significantly more 'a' rocker arm actuator system, performance or stuck off and wait then exhaust gas recirculation vent control, circuit / open is the final reason of the code.

187 Possible Causes:

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

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 187 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 2 sensor 5, circuit low
  • 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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