Volkswagen California P2015:  Meaning, Causes and Diagnosis

P2015 is a somewhat rare diagnostic trouble code.  It is generic (meaning it has the same definition for all vehicles, including the Volkswagen California). It’s often found with other codes.  If those codes are vacuum or air/fuel related, you should tackle them first.  Fixing them will often clear P2015 as well. P2015 Definition:  Intake Manifold … Read more

Volkswagen California P0841: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0841 is a relatively common trouble code.  While your Volkswagen California’s check engine light will come on, this particular code indicates that there’s something wrong with the transmission, specifically the transmission fluid pressure sensor circuit. It’s a generic code, so P0841 has the same definition for any vehicle made for the 1996 model year and … Read more

Volkswagen California P0868: Meaning, Causes, & Diagnosis

P0868 is a generic DTC code, which means it has the same definition for the Volkswagen California as it would any other vehicle.  This particular code indicates that the transmission fluid pressure is below the minimum operating specs. If your California has P0868 the first thing you should do is check the transmission fluid.  If … Read more

Volkswagen California P0715: Symptoms, Causes, & Diagnosis

P0715 is a generic, and somewhat rare OBDII trouble code.  If your Volkswagen California has P0715, it indicates there is a communication error with the sensor that measures transmission input speed.  Common Causes: A bad transmission speed sensor, shift solenoid, wiring issues, and even low/no transmission fluid can all cause P0715. P0715 Definition: Input/Turbine Speed … Read more

Volkswagen California P0671: Causes + Diagnosis

P0671 is a somewhat rare diagnostic trouble code (But a common diesel one).  It’s generic, so it has the same definition for the Volkswagen California as it would any other vehicle. P0671 is typically caused by a bad glow plug or wiring issue.  We cover troubleshooting steps in detail below. P0671 Definition: First Cylinder Glow … Read more