P059E
Active Grille Air Shutter A Position Sensor Circuit Intermittent
Generic OBD-II
Common symptoms
What you'll notice
- Check the wiring and connections of the Active Grille Air Shutter sensor.
- Clean or replace the Active Grille Air Shutter to ensure it is functioning properly.
- Inspect and repair any possible damage or obstruction in the Active Grille Air Shutter system.
- Update the vehicle's software to ensure compatibility with the Active Grille Air Shutter system.
Common causes
Most likely first
- Faulty or malfunctioning active grille air shutter
- Loose or damaged wiring or connectors in the position sensor circuit
- Intermittent issues with the position sensor itself
- Faulty control module or sensor drive circuit
- Intermittent power supply or voltage fluctuations for the position sensor circuit
How to diagnose & fix
Work through it in order
- Engine running at higher temperatures than normal
- Decreased fuel efficiency
- Rough idle or stalling
- Check Engine light illuminating
- Engine misfiring
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