P2528 - OBD II Trouble Code

January 31, 2017

Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P2528 diagnostic trouble code. We've provided the common symptoms that occur when this code is set along with the frequent repairs that address the issues related to the P2528 code.

OBD II Fault Code

  • OBD II P2528

OBD-II Code Climate control systems will not work is defined as a Vacuum Reservoir Pressure Sensor Circuit High

Diesel vehicles have a separate vacuum pump an reservoir because they cannot utilize vacuum from the engine the way a gasoline vehicles can. There is a separate sensor on this reservoir to tell the engine control module (PCM) when to turn the vacuum pump on an off. If the PCM detects an incorrect signal from this sensor, it will set code P2528.

Climate control systems will not work Symptoms

  • Climate control systems will not work

Common Problems That Trigger the P2528 Code

  • Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure
  • Vacuum reservoir pressure sensor failure
  • Wiring issue

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Brad Kava is an automotive expert at RepairPal, the leading online source of auto repair resources and estimates. With many ASE Master certified mechanics on staff who have decades of experience, RepairPal knows all the fine points of car repair.

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