P2D23: Turbocharger Interstage Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low

The ECM detects a circuit low fault on the turbocharger interstage pressure sensor a circuit. Reading cannot be used reliably for control.

Symptoms

• Check engine light on
• Significant power loss / limp mode
• Possible blue or black smoke from exhaust
• Whistling or hissing sound from intake

Most likely causes

• Signal wire shorted to ground
• Internal sensor short
• Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance

What to check, in order

Start with the simplest. You can tick off each step.

1. Check the hoses, clamps, and intercooler
2. With the connector unplugged, check whether the signal wire is making contact with ground.
3. Compare commanded and actual pressure in live data
4. Check the actuator's movement
5. Check the vacuum hoses and the solenoid valve
6. Check the oil and the turbo shaft play before replacing it

Good to know

• Repair difficulty: medium
• It can trigger limp mode.
• It affects emissions.

What each character of P2D23 means

• P: Powertrain: engine and transmission
• 2: Generic code: same on every make
• D: Subsystem depends on the code range
• 23: Specific fault in that system

Frequently asked questions

Can I keep driving with code P2D23?

Drive without demanding power and go to a repair shop soon. If you see a lot of blue smoke or hear a metallic noise, shut off the engine.

What causes code P2D23?

The most common causes are: signal wire shorted to ground; internal sensor short; connector pins corroded - high contact resistance.

Sources

• github.com: dtc database
• en.wikipedia.org: Turbocharger

Values and procedures vary by manufacturer. If it affects brakes, steering, fuel or high voltage, see a professional. Updated: 2026-11-04. How we build these pages.