Code result
P20B7
Reductant Metering Unit Heater Control Circuit Low
Moderate severity
What it means
Metering unit heater control line stuck low — short to ground. The sensor heater warms the element to operating temperature (~600 °C); without it the lambda sensor stays inactive in closed loop and the ECM cannot trim mixture.
Is it safe to drive?
Use caution
The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.
Most likely causes
Short to ground
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
Harness chafing through insulation
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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