P05F3
Exhaust Aftertreatment Power Relay Control Circuit/Open
Severity
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Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–167 (est.)
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light and Emissions Control Warning Light Illuminates
- Complete failure of the SCR or DPF system
- No activation of the system when the ignition is turned on
- Increased emissions
- Possible power limitation after some time
Causes
- Open relay coil control circuit
- Blown relay control circuit fuse
- Relay control connector oxidation
- ECU malfunction (does not generate a control signal)
- Mechanical damage to the relay (broken control winding)
How to Fix
- Read all codes, check for associated SCR/DPF/AdBlue codes
- Locate the aftertreatment power relay in the fuse box
- Check relay control circuit fuse
- Measure the resistance of the relay control winding (normal: 70–120 Ohm, open circuit - infinity)
- Check the presence of a control signal from the ECU to the relay (relay activation by scanner)
- Replace the relay or repair an open circuit in the control circuit
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