Powertrain
generic / SAE
P2563
Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor Circuit
The position feedback sensor on the variable-geometry or wastegate turbocharger actuator is not communicating or is implausible. Without position feedback, boost control runs in default mode and power is reduced.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number5 / 63
Possible causes
- Position sensor failed high
- Wiring open or chafed near turbo medium
Symptoms
- Charge status indicator shows fault
- Charging may not start or interrupts
- Slower-than-expected charge rate
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 200–2000 €
- Estimated time: 1–5 h
- Component: turbocharger actuator
- Component: turbocharger position sensor
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
- drive cycle required
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012