OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2EA6 Turbocharger Compressor Outlet Temperature Sensor Circuit
The temperature sensor at the turbocharger compressor outlet reports a generic fault. Charge air temperature post-compressor is unreliable.
Is it safe to drive with P2EA6?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyTemperature sensor failed
- PossibleWiring fault
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Significant power loss / limp mode
- Possible blue or black smoke from exhaust
- Whistling or hissing sound from intake
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.3–2 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Turbo Compressor Outlet Temp Sensor, Wiring Harness, Ecm
Related codes
- P2EA2Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 6
- P2EA3Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 6
- P2EA5Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1 Sensor 6
- P2EA7DC/AC Converter A Input Voltage Too Low
- P2EA8DC/AC Converter A Input Voltage Too High
- P2EA9DC/AC Converter A Over Temperature
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.