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VW Code 18998

18998 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine throttle angle signal stuck off the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / common ground wire, open circuit . So for next exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 1 sensor 5, circuit / open will delay your vw fault.

18998 Possible Causes:

18998 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off

What To Check After Fixing 18998 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 1 sensor 1 individual cylinder control, sensor dynamic too low
  • 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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