Live Manual
Engine Error

P0238

Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Sensor A Circuit High

Severity
High

Symptoms

Harsh engine cut-off under heavy acceleration, overboost condition

Common Causes

  • Stuck closed wastegate
  • Short to voltage in boost sensor wiring
  • Faulty boost control solenoid
  • Defective boost sensor

How to Fix

  1. 1 Free up or replace wastegate actuator
  2. 2 Repair wiring short
  3. 3 Replace boost control solenoid
  4. 4 Replace boost sensor
Estimated Repair Cost USD
$100 $600

Boost solenoid: $100 - $250; Wastegate actuator: $200 - $500