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Diagnostic reference · P2AB9

P2AB9

Wastegate Position Sensor A Circuit High

System
Powertrain control (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Fuel/Air Metering

What it means

P2AB9 means Wastegate Position Sensor A Circuit High.

Where it lives

For P2AB9, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P2AB9 reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • A short to voltage on the wastegate position sensor A signal wire
  • A failed wastegate position sensor A
  • A corroded or wet wastegate position sensor A connector
  • A stuck wastegate actuator holding the sensor A arm at one end

What to do next

  1. Scan all modules and read wastegate position sensor A voltage
  2. Inspect the wastegate position sensor A connector for corrosion or water
  3. Test the sensor A signal wire for a short to voltage
  4. Check the wastegate actuator moves freely through its full travel
  5. Replace wastegate position sensor A if the circuit and actuator are sound
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

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