OBD Guide

U355C

Charge Air Cooler Outlet Temperature Sensor Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Unstable engine operation at high speeds
  • Turbocharging is ineffective

Causes

  • Temperature sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Contact corrosion
  • Problems with the ECU

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the temperature sensor
  2. Check the resistance and voltage in the sensor circuit
  3. Inspect connectors and contacts for damage
  4. Clean contacts from corrosion
  5. If necessary, replace the temperature sensor

Related codes

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