Code result
P2599
Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor A Performance - Stuck High
Moderate severity
What it means
Position sensor A reports a value stuck near the high end of its travel — actuator stuck open (wastegate held wide open, VGT vanes seized at maximum opening) or sensor pegged high. Boost suffers — typically underboost on VGT, overboost-protection-off on wastegate.
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
Actuator mechanically stuck near high end
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
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