anyone know what fault code 17966 is?

[bouncer117]

as above does anyone have any idea what fault code 17966 is? as its not on wiki ross tech

 

[ScottD3]

Got more details on it?
Did you use VCDS to get the code?

 

[bouncer117]

na just code reader

 

[ScottD3]

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/417756-Throttle-Actuator-Error-Code

 

[bouncer117]

do I need vcds to do a tba?

 

[Bradderz_1988]

Yes you will need vcds/vagcom !!

 

[B5NUT]

A quick google gives the following error. 17966 - Throttle Actuator (G186): Electrical Malfunction

 

[bouncer117]

where would people recommend to get a cheap cable from? I bought 1 a while ago off ebay, but it doesn't fit (the 16 pin plug is too big). I already have the programme just the cable needed

 

[ScottD3]

where would people recommend to get a cheap cable from? I bought 1 a while ago off ebay, but it doesn't fit (the 16 pin plug is too big). I already have the programme just the cable needed

I had the same issue but I trimmed the area around the port a little bit with a knife and its fine now.

 

[Bradderz_1988]

Yeah mines not the best fit either, will go in with a little wiggle though no need to trim anything !

 

[bouncer117]

ill give it a go and see what happens. thanks