OBD Guide

U05A5

Invalid Data Received From NH3 Sensor

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Increased emissions of harmful substances
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Unstable engine idling

Causes

  • NH3 sensor malfunction
  • Damage to the sensor wiring harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Problems with the SCR control module
  • Sensor contamination

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor wiring harness
  2. Clean the contacts of the sensor connector
  3. Check the functionality of the NH3 sensor
  4. Replace sensor if necessary
  5. Check and update control module software

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