OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P20E5

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor 1/2 Correlation (Bank 2)

EGT sensors 1 and 3 on bank 2 disagree by more than the allowed tolerance — one is reading off, or there is a real temperature gradient that exceeds the calibrated map (e.g. from a leaking exhaust joint between the two locations).

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number– / E5

Possible causes

  • One EGT sensor drifts high

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: medium
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 60–600 €
  • Estimated time: 0.5–2.5 h
  • Component: exhaust gas temperature sensor
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant

Sources

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication