OBD Guide

P20C2

Reductant Heater C Control Circuit Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–111 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Possible reduction in engine power
  • The SCR system may stop working
  • Possible problems starting in cold weather
  • Increased NOx emissions

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the heater circuit
  • Heater relay malfunction
  • Problems with the SCR control unit
  • Heating element failure
  • Poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check heater circuit fuses
  2. Diagnose the resistance of the heating element
  3. Check the integrity of wiring and contacts
  4. Test the operation of the heater relay
  5. If necessary, replace the heating element

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