OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

Causes, inspection steps and sources — a comprehensive DIY archive. Created and maintained with love for the detail. Good luck and have fun!

Powertrain generic / SAE

P25BA

Regeneration Control Switch Circuit/Open

The DPF/SCR forced-regeneration request switch — used on commercial vehicles to let the operator force a parked regeneration when the automatic regen has been postponed too often — is open. The ECM cannot honour an operator request for forced regen.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number5 / BA

Possible causes

  • Open switch wire high
  • Pin pushed back out of connector body low
  • Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor low

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: medium
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 60–350 €
  • Estimated time: 0.3–1.5 h
  • Component: regen request switch
  • Component: wiring harness
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant

Sources

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication