C039E

Actuator Position Sensor

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Unstable engine operation
Increased fuel consumption
Switching to emergency mode
Check Engine light comes on

Causes

Position sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Contamination or mechanical damage to the sensor
Problems with the ECU

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
Clean or replace position sensor
Check the operation of the actuator
Test the ECU for errors

Related codes

P0120 P0121 P0220