OBD Guide

P221E

Reductant Heater C Current Too Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • SCR system error message on dashboard
  • Increased NOx emissions

Causes

  • Reagent heating element malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the heater circuit
  • Problems with the heater circuit relay or fuse
  • SCR control unit malfunction
  • Poor contact in heater circuit connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check heater circuit fuse and relay
  2. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  3. Measure the resistance of the heating element
  4. Check control signals from the control unit
  5. If necessary, replace the reagent heating element

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