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2000 FORD THUNDERBIRD

5.0L V8FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor590Torque572Fluid6DTC724Battery1Maintenance0Recalls0
P2230moderate severityPowertrain

Barometric Pressure Sensor A Circuit Low

on 2000 Ford Thunderbird 5.0L V8 · FWD

What this code means

Barometric pressure sensor signal is below expected minimum.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Over-fueling
  • Black smoke

Common causes

  • Short to ground
  • Failed sensor
  • Wiring fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Measure sensor voltage
  2. Check for shorts to ground

Repair notes

Replace sensor or repair wiring.

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