OBD Guide

P01EF

Engine Coolant Heater B Control Circuit Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Extended engine warm-up time
  • Unstable engine operation at idle
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Coolant Heater B Malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Relay or fuse problems
  • Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring harness and connections
  2. Check fuses and relays associated with the heater
  3. Test coolant heater B for resistance
  4. If necessary, replace the heater or repair the wiring
  5. Reset the error and check if it returns

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