OBD Guide

U02A5

Lost Communication With Reductant Heater Control Module

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

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced engine power
  • SCR system error message on dashboard
  • Increased emissions
  • Problems starting in cold weather

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the heating module circuit
  • Malfunction of the reagent heating control module
  • Problems with the CAN bus
  • Faulty relay or fuse
  • Poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check fuses and relays associated with the system
  2. Inspect the wiring harness and connectors for damage.
  3. Check the power supply and ground of the heating module
  4. Diagnose the CAN bus for communication errors
  5. If necessary, replace the heating control module

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