Back to 2013 Toyota Highlander

2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

2.7L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor473Torque2472Fluid6DTC921Battery1Maintenance0Recalls3
P1512critical severityPowertrain

Boost Pressure High

on 2013 Toyota Highlander 2.7L I4 · FWD

What this code means

Turbo boost pressure exceeds maximum limit, indicating overboosting.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Engine knock
  • Excessive power
  • Potential engine damage
  • Reduced power mode

Common causes

  • Stuck-closed wastegate
  • Faulty boost solenoid
  • Disconnected vacuum line
  • Faulty boost sensor

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check wastegate operation
  2. Test boost solenoid
  3. Inspect vacuum lines
  4. Monitor boost with gauge

Repair notes

Repair wastegate or boost control system.

Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle

Building an app?
Free API access to all this data — 50 requests/day, no card required.
Get an API key →
Run a shop?
Manage repairs, estimates, and customers with ShopBase — $249/mo, all features included.
Try ShopBase →