P0236moderate severityPowertrain
Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Sensor A Range/Performance
on 2020 Kia Optima 2.4L I4 · FWD
What this code means
The boost pressure sensor A reading is out of expected range.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Incorrect boost levels
- Poor performance
Common causes
- Sensor fault
- Boost leak
- Blocked sensor port
Diagnostic steps
- Compare sensor to actual boost
- Check for boost leaks
- Clean sensor port
Repair notes
Replace sensor or repair boost leak.
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