DTC code
P245A
EGR Cooler Bypass Control Circuit/Open Bank 1
Technical guide
reference — not individually verifiedSymptoms
- Check engine light on
- Pinging or knocking under load
- Power loss and hesitation
- Possible rough idle
- Failed emissions inspection (NOx)
Probable causes
- high: Open in valve or wiring
- low: Pin pushed back out of connector body
- low: Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor
Diagnostic steps
Check the components involved: egr cooler bypass valve b1. Verify wiring and connectors before replacing any part. Job difficulty: medium. Typical European range — 200-800 EUR, 1-3 h. Reference values only.
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