PowertrainP0245
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low
Key terms: Turbocharger: an exhaust-driven fan that pushes extra air into the engine · 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 powertrain range that covers fuel and air metering, over-temperature, overspeed and transmission over-temperature conditions.
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?
Do not assume this code is safe to ignore: some codes in this range affect engine safety systems. Have it diagnosed; if the engine is overheating, a red warning light is on, or the engine loses power or cuts out, 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 | P0245 | AdBlue/DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Injector. Bank 1. Unit 2. High Signal Brand | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P0245 | OUTD_Turbo WasteGate Flt Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P0245 | Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low SAE | Powertrain |
| BMW | P0245 | Turbo/Super Charger Wastegate Solenoid A Low Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P0245 | EWGA drive motor circuit short to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P0245 | Turbo/supercharger wastegate solenoid valve A low Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P0245 | Boost Pressure Valve Low Voltage Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P0245 | Wastegate valve short circuit to ground Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P0245 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P0245 | Exhaust Control Valve Control Short to Ground Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P0245 | Turbolader/kompressor wastegate-aktuator 'A' lav Brand | Powertrain |
| Geely | P0245 | Emission Control Valve Drive Circuit Voltage Low Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P0245 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P0245 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P0245 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P0245 | Turbocharger Boost Control Circuit Low Voltage Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P0245 | Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P0245 | Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P0245 | Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P0245 | DTC Check -11 Brand | Powertrain |
| Mahindra | P0245 | Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P0245 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid Control Circuit Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P0245 | Waste gate solenoid low Brand | Powertrain |
| Opel | P0245 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P0245 | Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Porsche | P0245 | Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Proton | P0245 | Waste gate solenoid low Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P0245 | Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P0245 | Waste gate Solenoid Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Smart | P0245 | Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low SAE | Powertrain |
| Subaru | P0245 | Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P0245 | Turbocharger / Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid 'A' Low Brand | Powertrain |
| SWM Motor | P0245 | Turbo control valve coil low voltage or open circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P0245 | VGT Drive Short To Ground Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P0245 | Booster exhaust gas bypass solenoid valve control circuit voltage is low Brand | Powertrain |
| Volkswagen | P0245 | Solenoid Valve (A) for Boost Pressure Control (N75): Short to Ground 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 P0245 and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| SsangYong | P024500 | Turbo charger actuator circuit fault - short Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P024511 | Der Ausgang für Niederdruck-Abgasturbolader hat Kurzschluss nach Masse. Es liegt ein Kurzschluss nach Masse vor. Brand | Powertrain |
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