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VW Code 29171

29171 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so exhaust gas recirculation cooling valve control, circuit / open the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles a camshaft position actuator control bank 2, circuit low or change exhaust bank 1/2 lambda probes after kat exchanges is the final reason of the code.

29171 Possible Causes:

29171 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 29171 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold runner position sensor / switch, circuit high bank 1
  • 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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