Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0546
Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 1 High
The exhaust gas temperature sensor signal at bank 1, sensor 1 is above the upper diagnostic threshold. Typically open circuit or short to power.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number5 / 46
Possible causes
- Sensor open internally high
- Wiring open or disconnected medium
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 120–500 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–2 h
- Component: exhaust gas temp sensor
- Component: sensor wiring
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
Sources
References
sae:J2012