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VW Code 29161

29161 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing o2 sensor reference voltage bank 1 sensor 1, circuit low It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake secondary air injection valve 4 (n385), circuit short to ground or shift up/down wire, open / short to ground is the final reason of the code.

29161 Possible Causes:

29161 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 29161 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake air heater "a", circuit range / performance
  • 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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