OBD Guide

P222D

Barometric Pressure Sensor B Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Slight deterioration in vehicle dynamics
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine operation at different altitudes

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Barometric pressure sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the engine ECU

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring to the sensor
  2. Clean sensor connector contacts
  3. Check the voltage and resistance in the sensor circuit
  4. Replace barometric pressure sensor if necessary

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