OBD Guide

P20B7

Reductant Metering Unit Heater Control Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Possible SCR System Error Message
  • Reduced engine power in cold weather
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Increased NOx emissions

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the heater circuit
  • Poor contact in control circuit connectors
  • Module heating element malfunction
  • Problems with the SCR control unit
  • Contact corrosion due to reagent exposure

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring and contacts in the heater circuit
  2. Measure the resistance of the heating element
  3. Check the voltage at the module connectors
  4. If necessary, replace the reagent dosing module
  5. Reset the error code and test run the system

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