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Diagnostic reference · P051D

P051D

Crankcase Pressure Sensor A Circuit High

System
Speed and idle control (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Computer and Auxiliary Controls

What it means

P051D means Crankcase Pressure Sensor A Circuit High.

Where it lives

For P051D, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P051D reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • A short to power in the crankcase pressure sensor circuit
  • A failed crankcase pressure sensor A
  • Excessive blow by raising crankcase pressure
  • A clogged crankcase ventilation system

What to do next

  1. Check the crankcase pressure sensor circuit for a short to power
  2. Read the crankcase pressure sensor A on a scan tool
  3. Check the crankcase ventilation system for a clog
  4. Replace the crankcase pressure sensor if the signal stays high
  5. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.