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DTC P242A: Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 3

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DTC P242A: EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT BANK 1 SENSOR 3

Description:  The PCM monitors the operation of the exhaust gas temperature bank 1, sensor 3 (EGT13) sensor to determine if the EGT13 sensor responds to the increase in temperature of the exhaust gas during vehicle operation. The PCM then compares the measured temperature to a modeled value. This DTC sets when, after 5 minutes of driving, following a 6 hour soak, the EGT13 sensor temperature does not correlate to the modeled temperature of 130°C (266°F).
Possible Causes: 
  • Exhaust leaks
  • Excessive particulate matter build up on sensor
  • Damaged EGT13 sensor
Diagnostic Aids:  Monitor the EGT13 PID between ignition ON, engine OFF and ignition ON, engine running for an indication of a concern.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST RC .