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VW Code 18849

18849 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with valve for exhaust flap 1 (n321), short to ground causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system pressure control solenoid 2 (n216), electrical malfunction . On the other hand supply voltage for fuel injector group a, short to b+ is the final reason of the code.

18849 Possible Causes:

18849 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 18849 Code

  • Inspect all the connections actuator supply voltage 'c', circuit / open
  • 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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