Reductant Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
Reductant temperature sensor A reading is within electrical range but plausibility check fails — slow response or sticks at one value through a tank-warming cycle.
Affected components
- Reductant temperature sensor
Common causes
- High likelihood: Sensor drifts or sticks
- Low likelihood: Sensor element aged beyond calibration window
- Low likelihood: Sensor mounting loose - signal damping
Possible symptoms
- Check engine light or NOx warning on
- AdBlue/DEF level or quality warning
- Possible no-start countdown after ignore period
- Failed emissions inspection (NOx)
Diagnostic notes
- The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate
- This code can affect emissions
Related codes
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Diagnostic information is provided for reference only. Confirm the code with a compatible scan tool and follow the vehicle manufacturer's service procedures before replacing components.