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Boost Pressure Sensor (BPS): Description
The Boost Pressure Sensor (BPS) is installed on the intercooler assembly and measures the pressure of the compressed air in turbocharger.
The BPS consists of a piezo-electric element and a hybrid IC amplifying the element output signal.
The element is silicon diaphragm type and adapts pressure sensitive variable resistor effect of semi-conductor. Because 100% vacuum and the turbocharger pressure apply to both sides of the sensor respectively, this sensor can output analog signal by using the silicon variation proportional to pressure change.
| Pressure (kPa (kgf/cm2 , psi)) | Output Voltage (V) |
|---|---|
| 32.5 (0.33, 4.71) | 0.5 |
| 284.0 (2.90, 41.20) | 4.5 |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.