Is it safe to drive with Mercedes E-Class Exhaust Temperature Sensor Fault P0545?

Generally safe to drive for short distances, but the fault should be diagnosed and repaired promptly.

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Mercedes E-Class Exhaust Temperature Sensor Fault P0545 — Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2009 | MyCarFault

Mercedes E-Class Exhaust Temperature Sensor Fault P0545

Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2009 OM651 2.2 CDI

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P0545 exhaust gas temperature sensor fault on E220d CDI indicates a failed EGT sensor before the DPF. The sensor monitors DPF temperature during regeneration. Sensor replacement costs £60-150.

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