Scania EME DTC 5869 Charge air temperature sensor T121

EME EME control unit · Scania

Code 5869 (decimal). Some diagnostic tools show it in hexadecimal as 16ED.

In short

Lower temperature than expected from the charge air temperature sensor.

Applies to: EME1

What does Scania EME fault code 5869 mean?

Lower temperature than expected from the charge air temperature sensor.

What causes Scania DTC 5869?

- Fault in the charge air temperature sensor. - Fault in the temperature signal from the combined sensor.

How to fix Scania EME fault code 5869?

  1. Measure the temperature with an external thermometer as close to the combined sensor as possible.
  2. Compare with the temperature value from the combined sensor.
  3. Check the charge air temperature sensor cable harness and harness-to-component connectors.
  4. Check the combined sensor cable harness and harness-to-component connectors.
  5. Check that the charge air temperature sensor is intact and fitted correctly.
  6. Check that the combined sensor is intact and fitted correctly.
  7. Measure the resistance across the charge air temperature sensor.

This information is for guidance only. Always follow the manufacturer workshop manual and safety procedures; if in doubt, contact an authorised workshop.

Code 5869 in other Scania systems

Compare code 5869 in every system →