OBD-II reference

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

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P2ADB

Reductant Tank Temperature Sensor B Circuit Low

Voltage on the reductant tank B temperature sensor signal line is below the expected window. Wire shorted to ground or sensor short.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / numberA / DB

Possible causes

  • Signal wire shorted to ground high
  • Internal sensor short medium
  • Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low

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)

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: easy
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 50–250 €
  • Estimated time: 0.3–1.5 h
  • Component: reductant tank temperature sensor b
  • Component: wiring harness
  • Component: scr module
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant
  • limp mode possible

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