Code
P0047
Generic
P — Powertrain
Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low
Views:
UK: 33
EN: 147
RU: 51
AI status
Completed
Completed
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Causes
- Failed boost control solenoid/actuator (coil short/open)
- Short to ground or damaged wiring in the boost control A harness
- Corroded, loose, or contaminated connector at the solenoid or PCM
- Blown fuse or loss of supply voltage to the solenoid circuit
- Faulty PCM driver transistor (rare)
- Intake vacuum/boost plumbing disconnected or leaking (secondary symptom)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated
- Reduced engine power / limp-home mode
- Slow or no turbo boost response
- Poor acceleration and drivability
- Irregular boost gauge readings (if equipped)
- Possible stored related boost control or turbo performance codes
What to check
- Retrieve freeze frame and related DTCs with a scan tool; note engine conditions when code set
- Visually inspect boost control solenoid, vacuum/pressure lines, and wiring for damage, corrosion, or disconnection
- Check connector pins for corrosion, bent pins, or water intrusion; ensure secure mating
- Verify fuses and power/ground circuits for the boost control circuit
- Back-probe the solenoid connector and measure voltage and/or PWM signal with engine running or while actuating
- Measure coil resistance of the solenoid with it disconnected from the harness
Signal parameters
- Control type: PCM-driven solenoid/actuator (usually PWM or switched ground/high-side driver)
- Expected PWM duty cycle: 0%–100% depending on commanded boost (varies by application)
- Typical solenoid coil resistance (varies by model): roughly 10–40 Ω (check OE spec for vehicle)
- Expected supply voltage at solenoid power pin: ~battery voltage (11–14.5 V) when circuit is powered
- Low-voltage fault means control/feedback pin reads near 0 V or below PCM threshold when it should be higher or switching
- Typical coil current: a few hundred milliamps to ~1–2 A depending on design
Diagnostic algorithm
- Scan for codes and view freeze-frame/live data; note any related boost/turbo codes.
- Perform a visual inspection of the solenoid, vacuum hoses, and wiring for obvious damage or contamination.
- With ignition OFF, disconnect connector at the boost control solenoid and inspect pins/terminals for corrosion or damage.
- Measure solenoid coil resistance at the solenoid terminals (compare to OE spec). If infinite or out-of-range, replace solenoid.
- With harness connected, back-probe the control and power pins. With ignition ON and engine off, verify supply voltage (battery) and ground presence.
- Start engine and monitor the control signal with scan tool or oscilloscope; observe PWM duty or voltage. Command solenoid via bi-directional tool if available and confirm operation.
- If control line is continuously low, unplug the connector and check for short to ground on the control wire with an ohmmeter between wire and chassis ground. Repair wiring as needed.
- If wiring checks OK, check continuity from solenoid connector to PCM pin. If shorted or open in harness, repair/replace wiring.
- If wiring and solenoid test good but signal remains abnormal, consider PCM driver fault—verify with OE diagnostic flow before replacing PCM.
- After repairs, clear codes and test drive to confirm code does not return and boost performance is normal.
Likely causes
- Bad/shorted boost control solenoid
- Damaged harness or connector (short to ground)
- Corroded or loose connector at solenoid
- Blown fuse or missing power/ground to circuit
Fault status
Status
Low-voltage detected on Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A circuit; circuit below expected threshold.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours
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Code
P0047
LAND ROVER
P — Powertrain
Turbo / compressor control boost solenoid - Low position
Views:
UK: 15
EN: 66
RU: 26
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Failed boost control solenoid/actuator (coil short/open)
- Short to ground or damaged wiring in the boost control A harness
- Corroded, loose, or contaminated connector at the solenoid or PCM
- Blown fuse or loss of supply voltage to the solenoid circuit
- Faulty PCM driver transistor (rare)
- Intake vacuum/boost plumbing disconnected or leaking (secondary symptom)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated
- Reduced engine power / limp-home mode
- Slow or no turbo boost response
- Poor acceleration and drivability
- Irregular boost gauge readings (if equipped)
- Possible stored related boost control or turbo performance codes
What to check
- Retrieve freeze frame and related DTCs with a scan tool; note engine conditions when code set
- Visually inspect boost control solenoid, vacuum/pressure lines, and wiring for damage, corrosion, or disconnection
- Check connector pins for corrosion, bent pins, or water intrusion; ensure secure mating
- Verify fuses and power/ground circuits for the boost control circuit
- Back-probe the solenoid connector and measure voltage and/or PWM signal with engine running or while actuating
- Measure coil resistance of the solenoid with it disconnected from the harness
Signal parameters
- Control type: PCM-driven solenoid/actuator (usually PWM or switched ground/high-side driver)
- Expected PWM duty cycle: 0%–100% depending on commanded boost (varies by application)
- Typical solenoid coil resistance (varies by model): roughly 10–40 Ω (check OE spec for vehicle)
- Expected supply voltage at solenoid power pin: ~battery voltage (11–14.5 V) when circuit is powered
- Low-voltage fault means control/feedback pin reads near 0 V or below PCM threshold when it should be higher or switching
- Typical coil current: a few hundred milliamps to ~1–2 A depending on design
Diagnostic algorithm
- Scan for codes and view freeze-frame/live data; note any related boost/turbo codes.
- Perform a visual inspection of the solenoid, vacuum hoses, and wiring for obvious damage or contamination.
- With ignition OFF, disconnect connector at the boost control solenoid and inspect pins/terminals for corrosion or damage.
- Measure solenoid coil resistance at the solenoid terminals (compare to OE spec). If infinite or out-of-range, replace solenoid.
- With harness connected, back-probe the control and power pins. With ignition ON and engine off, verify supply voltage (battery) and ground presence.
- Start engine and monitor the control signal with scan tool or oscilloscope; observe PWM duty or voltage. Command solenoid via bi-directional tool if available and confirm operation.
- If control line is continuously low, unplug the connector and check for short to ground on the control wire with an ohmmeter between wire and chassis ground. Repair wiring as needed.
- If wiring checks OK, check continuity from solenoid connector to PCM pin. If shorted or open in harness, repair/replace wiring.
- If wiring and solenoid test good but signal remains abnormal, consider PCM driver fault—verify with OE diagnostic flow before replacing PCM.
- After repairs, clear codes and test drive to confirm code does not return and boost performance is normal.
Likely causes
- Bad/shorted boost control solenoid
- Damaged harness or connector (short to ground)
- Corroded or loose connector at solenoid
- Blown fuse or missing power/ground to circuit
Fault status
Status
Low-voltage detected on Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A circuit; circuit below expected threshold.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours
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Land Rover Defender Workshop Manual Supplement & Body Repair Manual (1999 & 2002 MY)
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Land Rover Range Rover — Electrical Library (LRL 0453ENG, 2002)
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Code
P0047
MITSUBISHI
P — Powertrain
Boost control solenoid low
Views:
UK: 19
EN: 82
RU: 30
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Failed boost control solenoid/actuator (coil short/open)
- Short to ground or damaged wiring in the boost control A harness
- Corroded, loose, or contaminated connector at the solenoid or PCM
- Blown fuse or loss of supply voltage to the solenoid circuit
- Faulty PCM driver transistor (rare)
- Intake vacuum/boost plumbing disconnected or leaking (secondary symptom)
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated
- Reduced engine power / limp-home mode
- Slow or no turbo boost response
- Poor acceleration and drivability
- Irregular boost gauge readings (if equipped)
- Possible stored related boost control or turbo performance codes
What to check
- Retrieve freeze frame and related DTCs with a scan tool; note engine conditions when code set
- Visually inspect boost control solenoid, vacuum/pressure lines, and wiring for damage, corrosion, or disconnection
- Check connector pins for corrosion, bent pins, or water intrusion; ensure secure mating
- Verify fuses and power/ground circuits for the boost control circuit
- Back-probe the solenoid connector and measure voltage and/or PWM signal with engine running or while actuating
- Measure coil resistance of the solenoid with it disconnected from the harness
Signal parameters
- Control type: PCM-driven solenoid/actuator (usually PWM or switched ground/high-side driver)
- Expected PWM duty cycle: 0%–100% depending on commanded boost (varies by application)
- Typical solenoid coil resistance (varies by model): roughly 10–40 Ω (check OE spec for vehicle)
- Expected supply voltage at solenoid power pin: ~battery voltage (11–14.5 V) when circuit is powered
- Low-voltage fault means control/feedback pin reads near 0 V or below PCM threshold when it should be higher or switching
- Typical coil current: a few hundred milliamps to ~1–2 A depending on design
Diagnostic algorithm
- Scan for codes and view freeze-frame/live data; note any related boost/turbo codes.
- Perform a visual inspection of the solenoid, vacuum hoses, and wiring for obvious damage or contamination.
- With ignition OFF, disconnect connector at the boost control solenoid and inspect pins/terminals for corrosion or damage.
- Measure solenoid coil resistance at the solenoid terminals (compare to OE spec). If infinite or out-of-range, replace solenoid.
- With harness connected, back-probe the control and power pins. With ignition ON and engine off, verify supply voltage (battery) and ground presence.
- Start engine and monitor the control signal with scan tool or oscilloscope; observe PWM duty or voltage. Command solenoid via bi-directional tool if available and confirm operation.
- If control line is continuously low, unplug the connector and check for short to ground on the control wire with an ohmmeter between wire and chassis ground. Repair wiring as needed.
- If wiring checks OK, check continuity from solenoid connector to PCM pin. If shorted or open in harness, repair/replace wiring.
- If wiring and solenoid test good but signal remains abnormal, consider PCM driver fault—verify with OE diagnostic flow before replacing PCM.
- After repairs, clear codes and test drive to confirm code does not return and boost performance is normal.
Likely causes
- Bad/shorted boost control solenoid
- Damaged harness or connector (short to ground)
- Corroded or loose connector at solenoid
- Blown fuse or missing power/ground to circuit
Fault status
Status
Low-voltage detected on Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A circuit; circuit below expected threshold.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours
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