OBD Guide

P00A4

Charge Air Cooler Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic Bank 2

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Power reduction
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Damage to the wiring or sensor connector
  • Charge air cooler temperature sensor malfunction
  • Short circuit or open circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Circuit Grounding Problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor wiring and connectors
  2. Check the resistance of the charge air cooler temperature sensor
  3. Check voltage and grounding in the sensor circuit
  4. Replace charge air cooler temperature sensor if necessary
  5. Clear error codes and check if error is returned

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