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DTC P0546: Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit High: Bank 1 Sensor 1

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DTC P0546: EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH: BANK 1 SENSOR 1

Description:  This DTC sets when the exhaust gas temperature bank 1, sensor 1 (EGT11) sensor voltage is greater than 4.90 volts for greater than 15 seconds.
Possible Causes: 
  • EGT11 circuit open
  • EGT11 circuit short to voltage
  • Damaged EGT11 sensor
Diagnostic Aids:  An EGT11_V PID value greater than 4.90 volts indicates a concern.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST RC .