OBD Guide

P20ED

SCR NOx Pre-Catalyst - Over Temperature Bank 1

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased urea consumption (AdBlue)
  • Unusual odors from the exhaust system
  • Increased level of NOx in exhaust gases

Causes

  • SCR temperature sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the urea injection nozzle
  • SCR system clogged
  • SCR control unit malfunction
  • Damage to the SCR system wiring harness

How to Fix

  1. Check the readings of the SCR temperature sensors
  2. Inspect the urea injection nozzle for blockages
  3. Check the integrity of the SCR system wiring harness
  4. Test the SCR control unit
  5. Replace damaged components if necessary

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