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2009 KIA OPTIMA

2.7L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0235moderate severityPowertrain

Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Sensor A Circuit

on 2009 Kia Optima 2.7L V6 · FWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the turbo boost pressure sensor A circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Poor boost control
  • Reduced power

Common causes

  • Faulty boost pressure sensor
  • Wiring issue
  • Vacuum hose leak

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test sensor output
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check vacuum hoses

Repair notes

Replace boost pressure sensor.

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