OBD Guide

P20B9

Reductant Heater A Control Circuit/Open

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • SCR System Error Message
  • Emission control system malfunction

Causes

  • Broken wire in the heater circuit
  • Heating element malfunction
  • Heater control relay problems
  • Short circuit in the circuit
  • SCR control module malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of wires and connections
  2. Check the resistance of the heating element
  3. Check the operation of the control relay
  4. Check heater circuit fuses
  5. Diagnostics of the SCR control module

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