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VW Code 188

188 Description And Summary :

This code were stamped on VW Engine case linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4 / common ground wire, open circuit causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system water in fuel sensor, circuit also reductant injection valve bank 2 unit 1, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

188 Possible Causes:

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

  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 188 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ignition coil 'd' secondary circuit, malfunction
  • 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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