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P1160 VOLKSWAGEN
P1160 VOLKSWAGEN - Intake Air Temperature Sensor Short To Ground
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P1160 VOLKSWAGEN Possible Causes
- Faulty Intake Air Temperature Sensor
- Intake Air Temperature Sensor harness is shorted
- Intake Air Temperature Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
How is the P1160 VOLKSWAGEN code repair?
Start by checking the "Possible Causes" listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector's pins.What is the cost to diagnose the P1160 VOLKSWAGEN code
Labor: 1.0
The cost to diagnose the P1160 VOLKSWAGEN code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary widely across the country, and even within the same city. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
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Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
P1160 VOLKSWAGEN Meaning
The Engine Control Module (ECM) monitors the Intake Air Temperature Sensor. The ECM sets the OBDII code when the Intake Air Temperature Sensor is not to factory specifications.More Information
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