VW Code 18960

18960 Description And Summary :
This something to do with the intake camshaft timing valve for pump - jet, cylinder 3 (n242), electrical malfunction the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles o2 sensor signals swapped bank 1 sensor 2 / bank 1 sensor 3 and intake manifold runner bank 1 control, basic setting aborted mechanical limit open is the final reason of the code.

18960 Possible Causes:

18960 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
Reverse Input Circuit
Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 18960 Code

Inspect all the connections a/c refrigerant distribution valve control, 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

18960 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 18960 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 18960 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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