Code
P047B
Generic
P — Powertrain
Exhaust Pressure Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
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Causes
- Open or short in the sensor signal, power or ground wiring
- Corroded or loose connector at the sensor or PCM
- Blocked, kinked or disconnected pressure/vacuum hose to the sensor
- Contaminated, clogged, or failed exhaust pressure sensor
- Excessive exhaust leaks or physical damage to sensor/lines
- PCM/ECM internal fault or poor ground at control module
Symptoms
- Check Engine/MIL illuminated (fault stored)
- Faulty or inhibited diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration
- Reduced engine power or limp-home mode in some vehicles
- Unusual exhaust/backpressure warnings or turbo performance issues
- Stored related codes (DPF, turbo boost, sensor circuit faults)
What to check
- Read and record freeze-frame data and live exhaust pressure sensor B values with scan tool
- Check for additional related DTCs (other exhaust pressure sensors, boost sensor, DPF codes)
- Visual inspection of sensor, harness, connector and pressure hose for damage, corrosion, or soot
- Back-probe sensor connector with key-on engine-off to verify reference voltage and ground
- Perform wiggle test on harness while observing live data for intermittent faults
- Inspect exhaust system for leaks or restrictions upstream/downstream of pressure pickup
Signal parameters
- Reference/supply voltage: typically 5 V (vehicle-specific)
- Signal output: typically 0.5–4.5 V proportional to pressure — values vary by manufacturer
- At low exhaust backpressure (idle) expect a low voltage; under load the voltage should increase smoothly
- Open-circuit or short-to-ground/voltage indicated by signal near 0 V or near supply voltage
- Pressure range and exact voltages are vehicle-specific; consult manufacturer data for exact specs
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data. Note sensor B voltage and compare behavior to other exhaust pressure sensors (A/C) if present.
- Perform a visual inspection: check sensor body, connector, pins and the pressure hose for soot, cracks, kinks, or disconnection.
- With key ON (engine OFF) back-probe the sensor: verify reference voltage (usually 5V), signal voltage, and good ground. Record values.
- If reference voltage or ground is missing, trace and repair wiring between sensor and PCM/ground point. Repair connector corrosion or broken pins.
- If voltages present but signal implausible, apply a known pressure (small hand pump or calibrated source) to the sensor input while monitoring live data to confirm sensor response.
- Perform continuity and resistance checks on harness to rule out intermittent opens/shorts. Wiggle harness while observing live data for changes.
- Inspect and, if necessary, clean or replace the pressure hose. Replace sensor if it does not respond correctly to applied pressure or fails manufacturer specs.
- After repair, clear codes and perform a road/regen cycle while monitoring live data to confirm correct operation and that code does not return.
- If wiring and sensor test good and code persists, check PCM grounds and supply circuits, and consider PCM diagnostics/repair per manufacturer procedures.
Likely causes
- Damaged harness insulation or chafed wire creating intermittent short/ground
- Connector pin corrosion or bent terminal causing bad contact
- Plastic vacuum/pressure hose collapsed or clogged with soot
- Sensor diaphragm failed from heat/soot/contamination
- Aftermarket or recent repair disturbed wiring or hose routing
Fault status
Status
PCM detected exhaust pressure sensor B signal out of range or not performing as expected. The condition may inhibit proper DPF regeneration and turbo/boost control; diagnostic and corrective action required.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.5 hours (vehicle dependent)
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