OBD Guide

U0615

Lost Communication With Engine Coolant Bypass Valve A

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Incorrect operation of the cooling system
  • Increased engine temperature
  • Changing engine performance
  • Floating idle speed

Causes

  • Broken or damaged wires in the valve circuit
  • Poor contact in valve or ECU connectors
  • Coolant bypass valve malfunction
  • Problems with power or grounding of the circuit
  • Malfunction of the electronic control unit (ECU)

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of wires and connectors in the valve circuit
  2. Perform a visual inspection of the valve for damage.
  3. Check valve resistance (compare with specifications)
  4. Test power and grounding in the circuit
  5. Replace the coolant bypass valve if necessary.

Related codes

Error U0615 by Vehicle Brand