P03AD

Cylinder 3 Pressure Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic

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
Turning on the Check Engine Light

Causes

Broken or damaged sensor wires
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Malfunction of the pressure sensor itself
Problems with the engine ECU

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
Clean the connector contacts or replace it if necessary
Check the functionality of the pressure sensor
Replace sensor if necessary
Check the serviceability of the ECU (in rare cases)

Related codes

P0303 P03AC P03AE