OBD Guide

P2087

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent Bank 2 Sensor 2

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

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Reduced engine power
  • Problems with passing technical inspection

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Exhaust temperature sensor malfunction
  • Damage to wiring harness due to high temperature
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring to the sensor
  2. Clean sensor connector contacts
  3. Check the sensor resistance (compare with the nominal value)
  4. Replace exhaust temperature sensor if necessary
  5. Check the operation of the system after repair

Related codes

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