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2004 BUICK CENTURY

3.1L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0046moderate severityPowertrain

Turbo/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid Circuit Range/Performance

on 2004 Buick Century 3.1L V6 · FWD

What this code means

The boost control solenoid is not responding within expected parameters.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Overboosting or underboosting
  • Reduced power
  • Surging

Common causes

  • Sticking solenoid
  • Vacuum leak
  • Wastegate stuck
  • Boost pressure sensor fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Monitor boost pressure vs commanded
  2. Test solenoid operation
  3. Check vacuum lines
  4. Inspect wastegate

Repair notes

Replace solenoid or repair wastegate.

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