OBD Guide

P051E

Crankcase Pressure Sensor A Circuit Intermittent/Erratic

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Increased oil consumption
  • Increased emissions

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Crankcase pressure sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the crankcase ventilation (PCV) system

How to Fix

  1. Check wiring harness and connectors for damage
  2. Clean the contacts of the sensor connector
  3. Check the resistance of the crankcase pressure sensor
  4. Replace sensor if necessary
  5. Check the crankcase ventilation (PCV) system

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