OBD Guide

P2ABE

Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B Driver Current/Temperature Too High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Switching to emergency mode
  • Unstable operation of the turbocharger
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Possible popping or whistling noises from the boost system

Causes

  • Wastegate actuator malfunction
  • Short circuit in control circuit
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Engine control unit malfunction
  • Mechanical wastegate jamming

How to Fix

  1. Check wastegate actuator resistance
  2. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  3. Check control circuit voltage
  4. Test wastegate operation mechanically
  5. If necessary, replace the wastegate actuator

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