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U068E Lost Communication With EGR Temperature Sensor B
The vehicle bus reports loss of communication with smart EGR temperature sensor B (typically post-cooler). EGR cooling diagnostic switches to model-based estimation.
Is it safe to drive with U068E?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyBus wiring open or shorted
- PossibleModule without power or ground
- PossibleModule failed
Symptoms
- Multiple warning lights may illuminate
- Affected modules may go into limp mode or shut down
- Specific functions inoperative depending on module
- Diagnostic tools may show communication faults
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Egr Temp Sensor B, Vehicle Bus Wiring
Related codes
- U068DLost Communication With EGR Temperature Sensor A
- U068FLost Communication With EGR Temperature Sensor C
- U0690Lost Communication With EGR Temperature Sensor D
- U068BLost Communication With Turbocharger/Supercharger Inlet Pressure Sensor A
- U068CLost Communication With Turbocharger/Supercharger Inlet Pressure Sensor B
- U0691Lost Communication With Exhaust Pressure Sensor A
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.