View Full Version : need help with codes??


JTrejo
05-29-2009, 08:28 PM
i have a 2002 a4 1.8t quattro with about 119k miles. just got the car and now got a couple fault codes. what would be your first step? what should i do?

cel & EPC i read the codes and they are

16396 bank 1 advanced cam

16705 ign./ dist. engine speed inoperative

16706 ign./ dist. engine speed circuit no signal

thanks for the help guys!:D

JTrejo
05-30-2009, 08:21 PM
nothing??

Theresias
05-31-2009, 02:10 AM
Your codes are incomplete, so are the details about the vehicle in question. If you are looking for real answers you should post a full diagnostic protocol (VCDS > Auto-Scan).

JTrejo
06-01-2009, 11:46 AM
how do i do a full diagnostic protocol scan?

Theresias
06-01-2009, 11:54 AM
As written above... VCDS > Auto-Scan

http://www.ross-tech.com/vcds/tour/autoscan.html

JTrejo
06-02-2009, 05:23 PM
well i replaced the crankshaft sensor and now im good to go!!