Starting and power problem, code p0240

2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT
130,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BRIANPAULF
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The other day when I started my car there was a dramatic loss of power. No matter what I did i could not get the RPM's over 3,000 and the car above 10 MPH. I turned it off and it barely started again. I was able to limp about 5 miles home. When I got home, I tried to start the car and it would turn over, but would not catch. The next day I started the car with no problem and it drove with no problem. When I stopped to get gas it would not turn back on. It did start with a jump though. Now whenever I turn the car off, it will not start unless I jump it. If I let the car sit for approximately 30 minutes though it starts right back up. The only code is p0240. This code has been on for about a month. I have absolutely no idea what could be causing this problem. The low power issue when driving has not recurred.
Jan 4, 2021 at 7:31 AM
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It sounds like you may have two problems, but if we fix one the other may go away so lets load test the battery. this guide can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

If it fails use this guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

P0240 code definition Turbocharger Boost Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance

This could be because of the battery though. Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.
Jan 6, 2021 at 9:20 AM