Code result

P00C4

Turbocharger/Supercharger Bypass Valve B - Mechanical

High severity

What it means

Mechanical fault detected at bypass valve B — broken linkage, jammed valve, or seized actuator rod. Boost control tracks commanded vs. actual manifold pressure; persistent deviation means wastegate, vanes, hose or actuator are not delivering the requested pressure.

Is it safe to drive?

No — stop driving

This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.

Most likely causes

  • Linkage broken or seized

    high

    One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

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