OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2EA3 Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 6
The exhaust gas temperature sensor on bank 1 sensor 6 reports a circuit low fault. EGT measurement at this position is unreliable.
Is it safe to drive with P2EA3?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyTemperature sensor failed
- PossibleWiring or connector fault
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Exhaust Gas Temp Sensor B1 S6, Wiring Harness, Ecm
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.