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P2046: Reductant Temperature Sensor A Circuit Intermittent
Standardized SAE J2012 code · P20xx — Fuel & air metering and auxiliary emission controls
What does P2046 mean?
Reductant temperature sensor A signal jumps or drops out intermittently — connector or harness fault.
The code tells you which monitor failed, not which part is broken. Test before replacing parts.
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)
Common causes
- High Intermittent connector
- Low Connector with intermittent contact under vibration
- Low Harness routed against vibrating component
Likelihood is a general estimate across vehicles; your make and model may differ.
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