OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2566 Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor Range/Performance
The turbocharger actuator position sensor reports a value, but it does not track commanded vane or wastegate position within tolerance. Often a sticky VTG mechanism due to soot.
Is it safe to drive with P2566?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyVTG vanes coked, sticky
- PossibleActuator linkage worn
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
Symptoms
- Charge status indicator shows fault
- Charging may not start or interrupts
- Slower-than-expected charge rate
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 1–6 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Turbocharger Actuator, Turbocharger Vanes
Related codes
- P2563Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor Circuit
- P2564Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor A Circuit Low
- P2565Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor A Circuit High
- P2567Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor Circuit Low
- P2568Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor Circuit High
- P2569Direct Ozone Reduction Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.