OBD Guide

B0515

Output Air Temperature Sensor 4 Circuit Range/Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
~$33 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect operation of the climate control system
  • Incorrect temperature display on control panel
  • The system does not maintain the set temperature
  • Increased fuel consumption (indirect symptom)

Causes

  • Malfunction of exhaust air temperature sensor 4
  • Open or shorted sensor wiring harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Problems with power supply or sensor ground
  • Malfunction of the climate control control unit (rare)

How to Fix

  1. Check exhaust air temperature sensor 4 for damage
  2. Check the sensor resistance in accordance with the technical data
  3. Inspect the wiring harness and sensor connector for damage or corrosion.
  4. Check power and ground in the sensor circuit
  5. If necessary, replace the sensor or repair the wiring harness
  6. Clear the error and check if it comes back

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