Reductant Injection Air Pressure Control Valve Circuit/Open
The drive circuit for the air-assist pressure-control valve in the DEF system is open — atomisation pressure cannot be regulated, dosing accuracy degrades.
Affected components
- Reductant air pressure control valve
Common causes
- High likelihood: Solenoid winding open
- Low likelihood: Pin pushed back out of connector body
- Low likelihood: Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor
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
Sources
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.