OBD Guide

P1455

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor 1 Range/Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine idling
  • Increased level of harmful emissions

Causes

  • Faulty exhaust gas temperature sensor 1
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Inspect the sensor connector and contacts
  3. Check sensor resistance
  4. Replace exhaust gas temperature sensor if necessary
  5. Reset the error code and check the system operation

Related codes

Error P1455 by Vehicle Brand