OBD Guide

P1248

Turbo Boost Pressure Not Detected

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • The engine goes into emergency mode
  • Noise or whistle from the turbocharger
  • Black smoke from the exhaust pipe

Causes

  • Air leak in the turbocharging system
  • Turbocharger malfunction
  • Damaged or clogged intercooler
  • Boost pressure sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the turbine control solenoid valve

How to Fix

  1. Check the system for air leaks
  2. Diagnose the condition of the turbocharger
  3. Check boost pressure sensor
  4. Inspect the intercooler for damage
  5. Check the operation of the turbine control solenoid valve

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