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P1996 Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

2 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 1 manufacturer in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:VAG

VAG

2 interpretations
P1996
Friction Too High Intake Camshaft Adjustment Bank 1 VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Friction value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Implausible signal
  • mechanical fault
Applies to Audi
P1996
Friction too High; Intake Cam Adjustement Bank 1 VAG · engine Data confidence 84%

The control module detected that the Friction value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 18404. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) active

Possible causes

  • Intake Camshaft Adjustment Bank 1 blocked (intermittent)
  • Intake Camshaft Adjustment Bank 1 faulty

Recommended checks

Check Intake Camshaft Adjustment Bank 1

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1996

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

996

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1996

What does P1996 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected that the Friction value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1996 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1996 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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