Code result

P20E4

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor 2/3 Correlation

Moderate severity

What it means

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor 2/3 Correlation (Bank 1): the value does not correlate with the related sensor or expected pattern. The ECU uses this temperature to protect the catalyst and diesel particulate filter.

Is it safe to drive?

Use caution

The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.

Most likely causes

  • One EGT sensor drifts

    high

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

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