OBD Guide

P2A48

Alternative Fuel Tank C Pressure Sensor Circuit Low

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

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine idling
  • Problems starting the engine

Causes

  • Fuel tank pressure sensor fault C
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor connection or corroded contacts
  • Problems with the engine control unit
  • Mechanical damage to wiring

How to Fix

  1. Check the continuity of the pressure sensor circuit
  2. Check the connections and contacts of the sensor
  3. Test the pressure sensor with a multimeter
  4. Replace pressure sensor if necessary
  5. Reset the error code and check if it returns

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