P2565 Turbo boost control position sensor signal reading too high

P2565 turbocharger boost control position sensor A circuit high

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The reference page rates this as moderate (to serious): weak acceleration, poor economy and a possible hard start, with no immediate hazard.

It gets more serious if:

  • Inspect soon: Inspect soon if the check engine light flashes, power drops sharply, or the engine will not start. The reference page lists a flashing light and weak performance.

Source: how we rate severity

P2565 in short

P2565 means the signal from the turbo boost control position sensor is too high. An open ground, a signal wire shorted to power, or a bad sensor are the usual causes. It also appears in Kia bulletins and in Ford 6.7L Super Duty turbo bulletins. Expect weak power; get it checked soon.

The turbocharger boost is controlled by an actuator or vane that moves, and a position sensor tells the computer where it is. P2565 sets when the signal from that sensor reads abnormally high.

The usual causes are a bad sensor, wiring or connector damage with a short or open signal circuit, or a turbo or actuator that is out of adjustment. The computer itself is rare.

Kia found this on 2011-2012 Sportage and Optima 2.0 T-GDI engines: its bulletins have the ECM reflashed and the electronic waste gate actuator rod length checked or adjusted. Ford has bulletins that list P2565 among the codes on 2020-2022 6.7L Super Duty trucks with turbo noise and lack of power.

Most likely causes

  1. Sensor, wiring or connector fault in the boost control position circuit

    Common general cause
    Why it ranks here
    Reference pages list a damaged position sensor, an open ground and shorted or open signal circuits as the main causes.
    What would change this
    Rises if the harness or connector is damaged or sensor voltage is out of range on a scan tool. Falls if the circuit tests good.

  2. Electronic waste gate actuator rod out of adjustment or ECM software (2011-2012 Kia Sportage and Optima 2.0 T-GDI)

    Supported by vehicle data
    Why it ranks here
    Kia bulletins TSB 130, TSB-ENG130R1, TSB-ENG138 and TSB-ENG099R3 cover P2562 and/or P2565 on 2.0 T-GDI Sportage and Optima, with a reflash and a check or adjustment of the actuator rod. Summaries only.
    What would change this
    Rises on an affected Kia in the built-date ranges. Falls on other vehicles.

  3. Turbocharger or actuator fault (Ford 6.7L Super Duty 2020-2022)

    Supported by vehicle data
    Why it ranks here
    Ford SSM 50564 and its revisions list P2564 and P2565 with turbo noise and lack of power on 6.7L Super Duty, and say to replace the turbocharger if workshop diagnostics lead to it. Summaries only.
    What would change this
    Rises on an affected truck with noise and power loss. Falls on other vehicles.

  4. Turbocharger replacement bulletin (2015-2016 Jeep Renegade)

    Supported by vehicle data
    Why it ranks here
    FCA bulletin 09-003-16 covers a turbocharger replacement with position sensor deviation codes on the 2015-2016 Renegade. Only the NHTSA summary was read.
    What would change this
    Rises on a Renegade with a performance drop. Falls on other vehicles.

  5. Boost leak or loose hose clamp

    Possible — needs testing
    Why it ranks here
    The P2562 reference page lists leaking hoses and loose clamps as related causes to check.
    What would change this
    Rises if a boost leak test fails. Falls if the system holds pressure.

What to test first

Start at step 1. Each result tells you what it means and where to go next.

  1. Read all codes and watch the boost position sensor value and the commanded position on a scan tool.

    Low riskTool: scan tool with live data

    • IfSensor voltage is out of range or stuck

      It meansCheck the sensor circuit and actuator.

      Go to step 2

    • IfValues look normal

      It meansCheck bulletins.

      Go to step 3

  2. Inspect the actuator wiring and connector for damage, and have the actuator and turbo checked.

    Best left to a shopTool: multimeter, boost leak tester

    Warning:Turbo parts get very hot, and the system is under pressure when running. Leave testing to a shop.

  3. Ask a dealer whether the vehicle has a bulletin for these codes (Kia 2.0 T-GDI Sportage and Optima, Ford 6.7L Super Duty, Jeep Renegade).

    Low risk

Symptoms

  • Check engine light, sometimes flashing Gets more serious: stop and have it checked.
  • Weak acceleration or low power
  • Poor fuel economy or a hard start
  • Turbo whine or noise on Ford 6.7L Super Duty

Compare with: Check engine light with loss of power

How to fix

Parts and cost context

  • Engine control module (ECM / PCM):The computer is a rare cause. Test the sensor circuit first. Labor varies; get a quote.

Labor varies by vehicle and shop; get a quote before you approve a repair.

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On your vehicle

Kia

  • 2011–2012 · Sportage

    Supported by vehicle data

    Kia bulletins cover P2562 and/or P2565 on the 2.0 T-GDI Sportage built May 2011 to January 2012: ECM reflash and electronic waste gate actuator rod check. Whether they are still current is not verified.

  • 2011–2012 · Optima

    Supported by vehicle data

    Kia bulletins SA078 and SA119A cover actuator inspection and adjustment for P2562 and/or P2565 on the 2.0 T-GDI Optima. Whether they are still current is not verified.

  • TSB-130Status unverified

    ECM reflash and EWGA rod length check for P2562 and/or P2565

    2012sportage · issued · NHTSA 10053710

    Reflash the ECM and check or adjust the electronic waste gate actuator rod length. NHTSA lists 2012; the text names 2011-2012 Sportage.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • TSBENG130Status unverified

    ECM upgrade and EWGA adjustment (SA149) for P2562 and/or P2565

    2012sportage · issued · NHTSA 10090612

    Some 2012 Sportage with the 2.0 T-GDI built May 20, 2011 to January 17, 2012: reflash the control unit and check or adjust the actuator.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • TSB-ENG130R1Status unverified

    ECM upgrade, reflash and EWGA adjustment (SA 149)

    2011–2012sportage · issued · NHTSA 10109715

    Inspect the boost pressure actuator position voltage with GDS, for P2562 and/or P2565.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • TSB-ENG138Status unverified

    Optima (QF) EWGA inspection and adjustment (SA119A)

    2012optima · issued · NHTSA 10109716

    2.0 T-GDI built through December 13, 2011: inspect the actuator position voltage with GDS.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • TSB-ENG099R3Status unverified

    Optima (TF) EWGA inspection and adjustment (SA078)

    2011optima · issued · NHTSA 10109729

    2.0 T-GDI built November 1, 2010 to March 18, 2011: inspect the actuator position voltage with GDS.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

Ford

  • 2020–2022 · F-250 Super Duty

    Supported by vehicle data

    Ford SSM 50564 and its revisions list P2565 with turbo noise and lack of power on the 6.7L. Whether they are still current is not verified.

  • SSM 50564Status unverified

    6.7L Super Duty MIL, lack of power, turbo noise with P2564/P2565 and others

    2020–2022f-250-super-duty, f-350-super-duty, f-450-super-duty, f-550-super-duty · issued · NHTSA 10208834

    If workshop manual diagnostics lead to turbocharger replacement, the bulletin applies.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • SSM 51150Status unverified

    6.7L Super Duty turbo codes (revision)

    2020–2022f-250-super-duty, f-350-super-duty, f-450-super-duty, f-550-super-duty · issued · NHTSA 10225441

    Revision of SSM 50564.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • SSM 53328Status unverified

    6.7L Super Duty turbo codes with P0299, P226C, P2263 added

    2020–2022f-250-super-duty, f-350-super-duty, f-450-super-duty, f-550-super-duty · issued · NHTSA 11013142

    Revision of the same turbo bulletin with more codes listed.

    We couldn't confirm whether this bulletin is still current, so it doesn't count as confirmation.

  • P2562Turbo boost control position sensor circuit fault

    Same system Supported by vehicle data

    P2562 is the other boost control position sensor circuit code. Kia lists both in the same Sportage and Optima bulletins.

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P2565 questions

Is it safe to drive with this code?

Usually for a short time, but you may have weak power or a hard start. Get it checked soon, especially if the check engine light flashes.

Sources and review

  1. Guide to P2565 OBD error code — PartsAvatar
  2. Kia bulletin TSB-130: ECM reflash and EWGA rod length check for P2562 and/or P2565 (2011-2012 Sportage) — Kia (via NHTSA manufacturer communications flat file) ,
  3. Kia bulletin TSB-ENG130R1: ECM upgrade, reflash and EWGA adjustment (SA 149) for P2562/P2565 (Sportage SL built May 2011 to Jan 2012) — Kia (via NHTSA manufacturer communications flat file) ,
  4. Kia bulletin TSB-ENG138: Optima (QF) EWGA inspection and adjustment (SA119A) for P2562/P2565 — Kia (via NHTSA manufacturer communications flat file) ,
  5. Kia bulletin TSB-ENG099R3: Optima (TF) EWGA inspection and adjustment (SA078) for P2562/P2565 — Kia (via NHTSA manufacturer communications flat file) ,
  6. Ford bulletin SSM 50564: 6.7L Super Duty MIL, lack of power and turbo noise with P003A through P259F including P2564 and P2565 — Ford (via NHTSA manufacturer communications flat file) ,
  7. Ford bulletin SSM 51150: 6.7L Super Duty MIL, lack of power and turbo noise (revision of SSM 50564) — Ford (via NHTSA manufacturer communications flat file) ,
  8. Ford bulletin SSM 53328: 6.7L Super Duty MIL, lack of power and turbo noise with added P0299, P226C and P2263 — Ford (via NHTSA manufacturer communications flat file) ,
  9. Jeep bulletin 09-003-16: Turbocharger replacement for P2564 and related codes (2015-2016 Renegade) — Jeep (via NHTSA manufacturer communications flat file) ,
  10. Guide to P2562 OBD error code — PartsAvatar
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