OBD Guide

P248C

Reductant Heater B Sense Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$39–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Possible SCR error messages
  • Increased NOx emissions

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the heater circuit
  • Reagent heater sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the SCR control module
  • Poor contacts or corrosion in connectors
  • Malfunction of the heating element itself

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the heater circuit
  2. Check the resistance of the heating element
  3. Inspect connectors and wiring harness for damage
  4. Check the voltage at the heater connectors
  5. If necessary, replace the heating element or sensor

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