P0242
Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Sensor B Circuit High
What it means
P0242 means Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Sensor B Circuit High.
Where it lives
For P0242, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P0242 reports a fault at the sensor.
Check these first
- A short to voltage in the sensor B signal wire
- An open in the sensor B ground
- A faulty boost sensor B
- Corrosion in the sensor connector
- A turbo or supercharger overboosting
What to do next
- Read boost sensor B voltage on a scan tool with the key on
- Inspect the sensor B wiring for a short to voltage or an open ground
- Check the sensor ground at the connector with a volt drop test
- Check wastegate or bypass operation for overboost
- Replace boost sensor B if the signal stays high with good wiring
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.