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P24CA

Particulate Matter Sensor Temperature Circuit Intermittent

System
Auxiliary emission controls (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Auxiliary Emissions Controls

What it means

P24CA means Particulate Matter Sensor Temperature Circuit Intermittent.

Where it lives

For P24CA, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P24CA reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • Loose PM sensor connector causing an intermittent signal
  • Chafed PM sensor wire rubbing on the exhaust or frame
  • Intermittent internal failure in the PM sensor
  • Moisture in the PM sensor connector

What to do next

  1. Wiggle-test the PM sensor harness while watching live data
  2. Inspect the PM sensor connector for moisture or corrosion
  3. Check the PM sensor wiring routing for chafe points
  4. Re-seat the PM sensor connector and retest
  5. Replace the PM sensor if the signal keeps dropping out
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

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