OBD Guide

U069E

Lost Communication with Coolant Heater A

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

Symptoms

  • Interior heating does not work
  • The engine takes a long time to warm up in cold weather
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced efficiency of the heating system

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the heater circuit
  • Coolant heater malfunction
  • Problems with the heater control unit
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the heater circuit
  2. Check fuses and relays
  3. Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion
  4. Check the functionality of the heater
  5. Scan the system for other errors

Related codes

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