OBD Guide

P04D7

Exhaust Brake Input Circuit Intermittent/Erratic

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$11–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable operation of the engine braking system
  • Reduced braking performance
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Errors in engine operation when the system is activated

Causes

  • Broken or damaged input circuit wires
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Damper position sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the control unit
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the input circuit wiring
  2. Inspect connectors for oxidation and damage
  3. Check the resistance and voltage of the system sensors
  4. Scan the control unit for other errors
  5. Replace damaged components as necessary

Related codes

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