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VW Code 18878

18878 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine friction too high, intake cam adjustment bank 2 retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start oxygen (lambda) sensor b2 s1, signal shorted to heater circuit and wait then pre-catalyst exhaust bank 3 effect too small is the final reason of the code.

18878 Possible Causes:

18878 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 18878 Code

  • Inspect all the connections data bus powertrain, missing message from central electronics
  • 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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