What does code P24C6 mean?

Q: What does code P24C6 mean?

Particulate Matter Sensor Temperature Circuit. P24C6 indicates that the powertrain control module has detected an abnormal condition in the temperature sensing circuit of the particulate matter sensor, which is used on diesel engines to monitor soot loading in the exhaust. The computer compares the sensor's temperature signal against expected values and flags the circuit when the voltage or resistance falls outside the valid range for the current operating conditions.

DTC codes / P24xx · Auxiliary emission controls / P24C6

P24C6Particulate Matter Sensor Temperature Circuit

P24C6 indicates that the powertrain control module has detected an abnormal condition in the temperature sensing circuit of the particulate matter sensor, which is used on diesel engines to monitor soot loading in the exhaust. The computer compares the sensor's temperature signal against expected values and flags the circuit when the voltage or resistance falls outside the valid range for the current operating conditions.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaAuxiliary emission controls

Guidance is general and written for all OBD-II vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.