P2A98

Alternative Fuel Tank Select Valve B Control Circuit High

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

The 'Check Engine' light is on
Problems with switching between fuel types
The car cannot use alternative fuel
Unstable engine operation when trying to use alternative fuel
Error persists after reset

Causes

Short circuit in valve control circuit
Fuel valve B malfunction
Problems with wiring or connectors
Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction
Corrosion of contacts in the control circuit

How to Fix

Check the condition of the control circuit wiring and connectors
Check the resistance of valve B (compare with the nameplate values)
Check valve control circuit voltage
Replace faulty valve B if necessary
Repair or replace damaged wiring

Related codes

P2A97 P2A99 P2A9A