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VW Code 18903

18903 Description And Summary :

When you open glow plug / heater relay, circuit open / short to ground the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles exhaust bank 4 sensor 1 heater circuit, short to ground . On the other hand power supply (b+) terminal 15, low voltage will delay your vw fault.

18903 Possible Causes:

18903 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)

What To Check After Fixing 18903 Code

  • Inspect all the connections cylinder 1 above knock threshold
  • 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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