OBD Guide

P2EA2

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 6

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Deterioration in fuel consumption
  • Possible transition to emergency mode
  • Increased exhaust system temperature

Causes

  • Exhaust temperature sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Engine ECU malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the sensor wiring and connectors
  2. Measure the resistance of the exhaust temperature sensor
  3. Check reference voltage and continuity
  4. Replace the faulty sensor if necessary
  5. Reset the error code and check for its reappearance

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