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P0246 — Turbocharger Wastegate Solenoid A High

Wastegate solenoid circuit voltage too high.

Severity: MediumRepair: $50-$300Difficulty: Medium

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Common symptoms of P0246

Common causes of P0246

Repair cost & difficulty

Typical cost to fix P0246: $50-$300 · Difficulty: Medium

Pro tip: A defaulted-closed wastegate can cause overboosting — potentially dangerous.

Vehicles commonly affected

All turbocharged vehicles

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