OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2033 Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit High (Bank 1 Sensor 2)
The EGT sensor at bank 1 position 2 reads above the upper limit. Usually a short to supply, an open ground or a sensor that drifted high — risk of false DPF over-temperature limp.
Is it safe to drive with P2033?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySignal wire shorted to supply
- PossibleSensor drift to high reading
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Egt Sensor, Egt Wiring
Related codes
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.