OBD Guide

P2ACD

Reductant Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reducing engine power (limp mode)
  • Increased consumption of AdBlue reagent
  • Increased NOx emissions
  • SCR error message on instrument panel

Causes

  • Reagent temperature sensor B fault
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Sensor contamination
  • Problems with the SCR control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the temperature sensor parameters using a diagnostic scanner
  2. Inspect the sensor and its connector for damage
  3. Check the integrity and resistance of the wires to the sensor
  4. Clean or replace sensor if necessary
  5. Reset the error and check the system operation

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