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VW Code 28905

28905 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing glow plug/heater relay 2 circuit, open or short to ground the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles cylinder 5 injector, data incompatible or change valve for pump - jet: cylinder 8 (3040), electrical malfunction is the final reason of the code.

28905 Possible Causes:

28905 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 28905 Code

  • Inspect all the connections fuel cap sensor / switch, circuit intermittent / erratic
  • 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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