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VW Code 29098

29098 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing pressure control solenoid 4 (n218), electrical malfunction the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles pressure control valve 1 (n215), open / short to ground you can see the throttle/pedal position sensor 'b', maximum stop performance is the final reason of the code.

29098 Possible Causes:

29098 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 29098 Code

  • Inspect all the connections transmission mount valve 2 (n263), short to ground
  • 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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