P2B81

Wastegate Position Sensor A Circuit Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$33–133 (est.)

Symptoms

Reduced engine power
Unstable operation of the turbocharger
Increased fuel consumption
Check engine light comes on
Dips during acceleration

Causes

Wastegate position sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Wastegate mechanical failure
Wastegate drive problems

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
Inspect the connectors and contacts of the sensor
Check the mechanical operation of the wastegate
Replace wastegate position sensor if necessary
Test the operation of the turbocharger after repair

Related codes

P2B82 P2B80 P2563