P046D OBD-II: Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor "A" Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
P046D Severity
Will P046D go away on its own?
Once the vehicle's onboard system no longer detects the issue, most codes will disappear on their own. If your vehicle still has this code, however, it should be properly diagnosed to avoid a more serious problem.
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Moderate severity codes might not threaten the vehicle's safety or functionality immediately, but you should still get it diagnosed within a reasonable time frame to keep your car running well.
What causes OBD-II fault code P046D?
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) systems are used to reduce the combustion temperature, thus reducing emissions. If the engine control module (PCM) does not detect the amount of flow requested from the EGR, it will set code P046D.
OBD II Fault Code
- OBD II P046D
OBD-II Code Decreased engine performance is defined as a Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor "A" Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) systems are used to reduce the combustion temperature, thus reducing emissions. If the engine control module (PCM) does not detect the amount of flow requested from the EGR, it will set code P046D.
Decreased engine performance Symptoms
- Decreased engine performance
- Increased fuel consumption
Common Problems That Trigger the P046D Code
- EGR valve failure
- Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure
- Wiring issue
Common Repairs Needed for the P046D Code
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