P2C9C

Cold Start Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Actuator B Range/Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Unstable engine operation during cold start
Check Engine light comes on
Noises from the turbocharger

Causes

Wastegate actuator malfunction
Problems with the actuator electrical circuit
Mechanical damage to the wastegate
The actuator is dirty or jammed
Problems with the control signal from the ECU

How to Fix

Check the actuator electrical circuit
Inspect the mechanical condition of the actuator and wastegate
Check the control signal from the computer
Replace faulty wastegate actuator
Clean or repair a stuck actuator

Related codes

P2C9B P2C9D P2C9E