P24EE

  • Powertrain
  • Manufacturer-specific
  • Emissions
SeveritySeverity level 3 of 5: Diagnose soon.

Diagnose soon

Usually safe to drive short distances, but the fault will not clear itself and can worsen or fail an emissions test.

Standard definition

NH3 Sensor Processor Performance

This code is in our catalogue but has not yet been through editorial review, so the guidance below is limited to what our structured data supports. We publish deeper diagnostic content only after a code has been reviewed — here is why.

In plain English

The microcontroller inside the smart NH3 slip sensor reports an internal performance fault — failed self-test, watchdog reset, or out-of-range plausibility checks. The sensor cannot guarantee its output value, the ECM marks the channel invalid and disables SCR closed-loop control on this branch.

A trouble code records what a control module measured. It does not identify which part failed. Test before replacing anything.

Can I keep driving?
Safe to drive
Usually safe to drive short distances, but the fault will not clear itself and can worsen or fail an emissions test.
Urgency
Diagnose soon
Will it pass emissions
No
Check engine light
Solid
Likely causes
#CauseHow oftenComponent
1Internal processor or firmware faultVery common
2Brown-out from supply voltage dipsCommon
3Module software outdated, reflash may resolveOccasional

Ordering reflects how often each cause is responsible in general, not a probability for your vehicle. Confirm by testing.

Components involved
  • Nh3 Sensor
  • Sensor Microcontroller
Sources
Definition
Generic code set (SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6) via the OBDexopen database, dedicated to the public domain under CC0-1.0.
Diagnostic guidance
Written and reviewed in-house. See our editorial policy.
Review status
Awaiting review

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