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2013 FORD TAURUS
3.5L V6 EcoBoost•AWD•AUTOMATIC•gas•turbo
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P0547moderate severityPowertrain

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 2

on 2013 Ford Taurus 3.5L V6 EcoBoost · AWD

What this code means

The exhaust gas temperature sensor on bank 1 sensor 2 is reading a voltage too high. This impacts protection of turbo and aftertreatment components.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Reduced power mode
  • Possible limp home

Common causes

  • Open in sensor circuit
  • Faulty EGT sensor
  • Short to voltage in wiring
  • Corroded connector

Diagnostic steps

  1. Retrieve code and check EGT sensor voltage
  2. Inspect wiring for opens or shorts to voltage
  3. Test sensor resistance against spec
  4. Replace sensor if faulty
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