P1186 VOLKSWAGEN Possible Causes
- Faulty O2 sensor
- O2 sensor harness is open or shorted
- Poor electrical connection in O2 sensor circuit
How to Fix Code P1186 VOLKSWAGEN?
Start by checking the “possible causes” listed above. Visually inspect the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Look for damaged components and check for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.
Possible Symptoms
- Engine light on (or service engine soon warning light)
P1186 VOLKSWAGEN Meaning
Linear oxygen sensor common ground shorted to positive is the generic description for Volkswagen code P1186, but the manufacturer may have a different description for your vehicle model and year. Currently, we don’t have more information about Volkswagen OBDII code P1186.