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DTC P1227: WASTEGATE Failed Closed (Over Pressure)

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DTC P1227: WASTEGATE FAILED CLOSED (OVER PRESSURE)

Description:  Indicates that boost pressure is continuously higher than desired.
Possible Causes: 
  • Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve
  • Mass air flow (MAF) sensor
  • Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
  • Supercharger bypass actuator stuck closed
  • Supercharger
Diagnostic Aids:  This DTC is informational only and it may be accompanied by other DTCs. Diagnose other DTCs first.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
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