P048C code

samwalker6421

New member
Joined
Jun 12, 2022
Location
Denver, CO
TDI
2012 Jetta TDI
Hey all, I’m new to this forum. I drive a 2012 Jetta TDI and two days ago, my splash shield came loose. I drove it a short distance before having it zipped back on by my local mechanic. The check engine light had come on shortly after the splash shield came loose, which I was told is unrelated. The technician ran a diagnostic and got the code P048C which indicates a problem with the exhaust control valve; however upon my splash shield being re-secured, the CEL turned off.
My question is about the urgency of this light. Can I make the commute to and from work every day, around 6 miles, until this is looked at? Am I doing significant damage to the vehicle by short distance driving? The technician told me I would be fine except for any road trip distances. What do you all think? It’s not the end of the world if I need to take a scooter around for a few days.

Sam
 

holeintheice

Veteran Member
Joined
Jun 2, 2021
Location
Minnesota
TDI
2015 TDI SW
Code will still be "Stored". Lights do not come on just to come on. I would recommend having it looked at.
 
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