P245A

EGR Cooler Bypass Control Circuit/Open Bank 1

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Unstable engine operation at idle
Increased emissions of harmful substances

Causes

Open or short circuit in the EGR bypass control circuit
Bypass solenoid valve malfunction
Problems with the wiring harness or connectors
Malfunction of the engine control unit (rare)
Mechanical jamming of the bypass valve

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the EGR bypass control circuit
Test the resistance and operation of the solenoid valve
Inspect connectors and wiring harness for damage
Replace EGR cooler bypass valve if necessary
Reset the error and check the system operation

Related codes

P245B P2459 P2463