P20E5

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor 1/2 Correlation Bank 2

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
Unstable engine operation
Possible overheating of the catalyst

Causes

Malfunction of temperature sensor EGT 1 or 2 bank 2
Damage to the wiring to the EGT sensors
Poor contact in sensor connectors
Engine control module malfunction
Mechanical damage to sensors

How to Fix

Check EGT sensor readings using a diagnostic scanner
Inspect the wiring and sensor connectors for damage
Check the resistance of the EGT sensors
Replace faulty EGT sensor
Clean or replace damaged wiring

Related codes

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