PowertrainP0047
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low
Key terms: Turbocharger: an exhaust-driven fan that pushes extra air into the engine · Supercharger: an engine-driven fan that pushes extra air into the engine · Boost pressure: extra air pressure made by a turbo or supercharger · Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · Mass air flow sensor: measures the air going into the engine · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions
1What it means in plain English
This code is in the fuel and air metering range, which includes fuel-pressure and camshaft-timing faults.
2Common causes
- Dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor
- Vacuum or intake air leak
- Weak fuel pump or clogged fuel filter
- Faulty fuel injector
- Faulty oxygen sensor
- Wiring or connector fault
3Can I drive?
Have it diagnosed promptly. Some codes in this range affect fuel pressure or camshaft timing; if the engine loses power, runs badly, or stalls, stop safely and get professional help.
This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.
4Brand data 36
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P0047 | Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) drive circuit short to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| BYD | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid A Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P0047 | Booster Control Circuit Short to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| Chrysler | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid A Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P0047 | Shift lever lock output 1 fault Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P0047 | Turbo boost control circuit short circuit to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P0047 | Booster Control Circuit Short to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P0047 | Turbolader/kompressor ladetryk kontrol 'A' kreds lav Brand | Powertrain |
| Ford | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Geely | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid A Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid A Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P0047 | Turbo charger short to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid A Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P0047 | Turbocharger Boost Control Circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Mahindra | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P0047 | Turbocharger Boost Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P0047 | Boost control solenoid low Brand | Powertrain |
| Opel | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid A Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Porsche | P0047 | Turbo/Super Charger Boost Control Solenoid Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Proton | P0047 | Boost control solenoid low Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid A Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid A Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Smart | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Subaru | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control A Circuit Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P0047 | Turbocharger / Supercharger Boost Control 'A' Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P0047 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Control " Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P0047 | Turbo boost control circuit short to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| Volkswagen | P0047 | Boost pressure control valve/solenoid (bank 1): short to GND; Defective Brand | Powertrain |
Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.
5Extended variant codes 2
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0047 and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai | P004700 | is set when '0'A is detected in WGT Control solenoid valve control circuit for more than 1 sec. This code is due to open or short to ground in WGT Control solenoid valve circuit, or open in WGT Control solenoid valve component Brand | Powertrain |
| SsangYong | P004700 | Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) driving circuit short to ground Brand | Powertrain |
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