DTC P1228: WASTEGATE Failed Open (Under Pressure)

2010 Mercury Mariner Premier, 2.5 7, FWDSECTION DTC P1228: WASTEGATE Failed Open (Under Pressure)
DTC P1228: WASTEGATE FAILED OPEN (UNDER PRESSURE)

Description:  Indicates that boost pressure is continuously lower than desired.
Possible Causes: 
  • Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve
  • Mass air flow (MAF) sensor
  • Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
  • Supercharger bypass actuator stuck open
  • Supercharger
Diagnostic Aids:  This DTC is informational only and it may be accompanied by other DTCs. Diagnose other DTCs first.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All - - GO to PINPOINT TEST KJ .
RENDER: 1.0x

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