OBD Guide

P2038

Reductant Injection Air Pressure Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Problems starting the engine
  • Unstable engine idling

Causes

  • Faulty reagent injection air pressure sensor
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Sensor is dirty or damaged
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit and connectors
  2. Check the sensor readings using a diagnostic scanner
  3. Clean or replace the air pressure sensor
  4. Check and replace wiring harness if necessary
  5. Flash or replace the engine control unit if necessary

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