P0242 DTC For Volkswagen Magellan
Volkswagen Magellan Engine Specifications:
| Engine Type : | Single Cylinder Engine |
| Cylinder Type : | Opposite Piston Engine |
| Engine Air Intake Process : | Supercharged Engine |
Your Volkswagen Magellan engine control system detects a problem, the computer stores the diagnostic trouble
code P0242 in its memory.
To figure out what is wrong with your vehicle you must first extract the P0242 DTC For Volkswagen Magellan.
A good ground connection is also extremely important. P0242 Volkswagen Magellan engine problem because the presence of voltage at the panel harness won't make the panel work if there is a bad ground connection. Since the instrument cluster is mounted in a plastic dash, a separate ground wire or ground circuit through the wiring harness is usually needed to complete the power circuit. Refer again to the wiring diagram to find the ground path, and then check it with your ohmmeter. Do not use a self-powered test light because it cannot measure resistance (any resistance will lower circuit voltage).
P0242 Volkswagen Magellan DTC Meaning
| P |
Powertrain Code - Problem is related engine, transmission and emissions systems. |
| 0 |
SAE - Generic |
| 2 |
Computer And Auxiliary Outputs |
| 4 |
Control Module Throttle Actuator Position Performance |
| 2 |
Kick-Down Switch Failed Short |
If your vehicle failed a P0242 Volkswagen Magellan test and the P0242 Check Engine Light is NOT on, chances are you have a problem with the OBDII system, a burned out MIL lamp, or a faulty catalytic converter. The converter is essentially an afterburner that cleans up the exhaust after it exits the engine. The OBDII system uses P0242 a ownstream oxygen sensor to monitor the efficiency of the converter, and it should detect a drop in converter efficiency if the converter has been contaminated or is failing (ignition misfiring, leaky exhaust valves, and oil burning can all damage the converter). What you want to look P0242 DTC For Volkswagen Magellan: Any conditions that might cause ignition misfire, an overly rich or lean fuel condition, or loss of compression.
You can also check other Volkswagen car models :
|
The listed Volkswagen models will give information about P0242 DTC.
|
