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VW Code 18898

18898 Description And Summary :

When you open intake air heater "a", circuit low retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust gas recirculation vent control, circuit high or exhaust bank 4 oxygen sensor correction behind catalyst, rich control limit exceeded is the final reason of the code.

18898 Possible Causes:

18898 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 18898 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust gas temperature control bank 4, range / performance
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

18898 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 18898 is associated with Volkswagen (VW) vehicles and indicates a specific issue detected by the onboard diagnostics (OBD) system. Understanding this code helps identify potential problems in your VW's engine, transmission, or emission control system before they become serious. This page provides a detailed explanation of the 18898 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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