OBD Guide

U0644

Lost Communication With Wastegate Position Sensor A

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

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Turbojam during acceleration
  • Emergency engine operation

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Turbine position sensor malfunction
  • Connector problems or contact corrosion
  • Engine ECU malfunction
  • Mechanical damage to the wastegate

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring harness to the sensor
  2. Check the voltage and resistance of the sensor
  3. Clean sensor connector contacts
  4. Replace the turbine position sensor if necessary
  5. Carry out ECU diagnostics if the error persists

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