OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P24F2 EGR Temperature/Charge Air Cooler Temperature Correlation

After a long key-off soak both the EGR temperature sensor and the charge-air cooler outlet temperature sensor must read approximately the same ambient temperature. The ECM compares them and detects an implausible delta. One of the sensors drifts, is wired wrong, or is exposed to a heat source the model does not know about.

Is it safe to drive with P24F2?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyOne sensor drifting outside tolerance
  • PossibleResidual heat in the charge-air cooler after a hot soak

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Pinging or knocking under load
  • Power loss and hesitation
  • Possible rough idle
  • Failed emissions inspection (NOx)

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.5–1.5 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
Parts involved
Egr Temperature Sensor, Cac Outlet Temperature Sensor

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.