OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P246E Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 4
A general circuit fault is detected on the EGT sensor at bank 1 sensor 4 (typically just downstream of the turbo or before the catalyst). The ECU loses thermal protection feedback for the catalyst and DPF.
Is it safe to drive with P246E?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyOpen in sensor or wiring
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.6–1.8 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Egt Sensor B1s4
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.