OBD Guide

P2AB9

Wastegate Position Sensor A Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Unstable operation of the turbocharger
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Dips during acceleration
  • The engine goes into emergency mode

Causes

  • Wastegate position sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Problems with the sensor connector
  • Wastegate mechanical failure
  • Wiring damage

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
  2. Inspect the connectors and contacts of the sensor
  3. Check the mechanical operation of the wastegate
  4. Replace wastegate position sensor if necessary
  5. Check the operation of the turbocharger after repair

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