P2487

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 5

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Unstable engine operation at idle
Problems with the exhaust gas recirculation system

Causes

Exhaust gas temperature sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Poor contact in sensor connectors
Wiring harness damage
Engine ECU malfunction

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor wiring and connectors
Measure the resistance of the exhaust temperature sensor
Check reference voltage and sensor signal
Replace faulty exhaust temperature sensor
Test the operation of the system after repair

Related codes

P2485 P2486 P2488