OBD Guide

P0474

Exhaust Pressure Sensor A 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
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Malfunction of the exhaust gas pressure sensor
  • Problems with the ECU

How to Fix

  1. Check wiring harness for damage
  2. Check the contacts in the sensor connector
  3. Check sensor resistance and voltage
  4. Replace sensor if necessary
  5. Check the operation of the computer

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