DTC P0236, P0237, or P0238
Diagnostic InstructionsDTC Descriptor
DTC P0236

Turbocharger Boost Sensor Performance

DTC P0237

Turbocharger Boost Sensor Circuit Low Voltage

DTC P0238

Turbocharger Boost Sensor Circuit High Voltage

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

5 V Reference

P0236, P0237, P0651

P0237

P0236, P0237, P0651*

P0236

Signal

P0236, P0237

P0236, P0237

P0236, P0238, P0651*

P0236

Low Reference

P00EB, P0236, P0238

*Internal control module or component damage may occur if the circuit shorts to B+.

Typical Scan Tool Data

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

Operating Conditions:

  • Engine=Running—Normal Operating Range

Parameter Normal Range:Barometric Pressure240 kPa (34.8 PSI)Maximum

5 V Reference

0 kPa (0.0 PSI)

0 kPa (0.0 PSI)

0 kPa (0.0 PSI)

Signal

0 kPa (0.0 PSI)

0 kPa (0.0 PSI)

394 kPa (56.9 PSI)

Low Reference

387 kPa (56.1 PSI)

Circuit/System Description

For an overview of the component/system, refer to:Compressor Air Intake Turbocharger System Description

Circuit

Description

5 V Reference

Regulated voltage supplied by the control module.

Signal

The control module input circuit has an internal resistance connected to 5 V.

Low Reference

Grounded through the control module.

Component

Description

B111B Turbocharger Boost/Intake Air Temperature Sensor

The assembly has several functions:

Pressure

The signal voltage increases when the pressure increases.

Temperature

The temperature sensor is a negative temperature coefficient thermistor, a resistor which changes based on temperature.

  • Low temperature produces a high resistance:1.2 kΩ@40°C (104°F)
  • High temperature produces a low resistance:97 Ω@130°C (266°F)

Compressor Air Intake Turbocharger System Description

The sensor measures the intake air temperature and pressure between the turbocharger and the throttle body.

K20 Engine Control Module

The control module contains a microprocessor used to process input data to control outputs.

The control module controls a series of actuators to ensure optimal vehicle performance. The control module does this by reading values from a variety of sensors, interprets the data and adjusts the propulsion system actuators accordingly.

Conditions for Running the DTCP0236
  • DTC P0102, P0103, P0107, P0108, P0111, P0112, P0113, P0114, P0116, P0117, P0118, P0128, P0237, P0238, P0335, P0336, P2227, P2228, P2229, P2230 = Not set
  • DTC P0112, P0113, P0117, or P0118Not pending
  • Engine Coolant Temperature=−9 to 130°C (16 to 266°F)
  • Engine Speed400 to 6000 RPM
  • Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor CircuitIf between -20 and 125°C (-4 and 257°F)

Frequency the DTC runs=Continuously—After the running conditions are met

P0237, P0238

Ignition=OnorEngine Running

Frequency the DTC runs=Continuously—After the running conditions are met

Conditions for Setting the DTCP0236

Signal Stuck In Rangeor¿Calculated Air Flow

P0237

Boost Pressure Sensor=Less than 0.9 V—For greater than 5 s

P0238

Boost Pressure Sensor=Greater than 3.9 V—For greater than 5 s

Actions Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs listed in the DTC Descriptor category=Type A DTC

  • Engine=Reduced Engine Power
  • Warning Message=Reduced Engine Power
Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTCs listed in the DTC Descriptor category=Type A DTC

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Master Electrical Component List

Electrical Information ReferenceDTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References

Circuit/System VerificationCircuit/System TestingComponent TestingDynamic TestDynamic TestRepair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair:Diagnostic Repair Verification