OBD Guide

P222E

Barometric Pressure Sensor B Circuit Intermittent/Erratic

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

Symptoms

  • Rough engine operation
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Reduced engine power
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Dips during acceleration

Causes

  • Damage to the sensor wiring harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Barometric pressure sensor malfunction
  • Short circuit in the circuit
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor wiring harness
  2. Clean and check the contacts in the sensor connector
  3. Check the resistance and voltage at the sensor
  4. Replace barometric pressure sensor if necessary
  5. Check the operation of the engine control unit

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