OBD Guide

P20B2

Reductant Heater Coolant Control Valve Performance/Stuck Open

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$50–133 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased AdBlue urea consumption
  • Increased NOx emissions
  • SCR error message on dashboard

Causes

  • Mechanical valve jamming
  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Valve solenoid malfunction
  • Problems with the SCR control unit
  • Valve contaminated or corroded

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the valve and its electrical connections
  2. Test the resistance of the electromagnet winding
  3. Check voltage at valve connector
  4. Clean or replace faulty valve
  5. If necessary, reflash the SCR control unit

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