P059A
Active Grille Air Shutter A Position Sensor Circuit
Severity
✅ LowCan you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)
Symptoms
- Check Engine light is on
- Active blind system does not work or is stuck in one position
- Slight increase in fuel consumption
- Extended engine warm-up time in cold weather
- Cooling system error codes may appear
Causes
- Open or short circuit in the blind position sensor circuit
- Damage or oxidation of the sensor connector
- Faulty blind position sensor
- Mechanical damage to the blinds or drive
- Faulty blind control module
How to Fix
- Read all error codes and check for associated cooling system codes
- Visually inspect the radiator grille louvers for physical damage or foreign objects.
- Check the connector and wiring of the position sensor for oxidation and damage.
- Measure the supply voltage and signal voltage of the position sensor
- Check sensor circuit resistance to specification
- If necessary, replace the position sensor or blind module
- Reset codes and check system operation
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