OBD Guide

P218F

Reductant No Flow Detected

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–111 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • AdBlue error message on the dashboard
  • Possible transition to emergency mode

Causes

  • The AdBlue reagent in the tank has run out
  • AdBlue pump malfunction
  • AdBlue filter or nozzle clogged
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor or pump circuit
  • Problems with the SCR control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check AdBlue level and top up if necessary
  2. Check the operation of the AdBlue pump
  3. Clean or replace the system filter and nozzle
  4. Check the integrity of the system wiring and connectors
  5. Scan the system for additional errors

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