Scania EMS DTC 53 Turbocharger, wastegate valve

EMS Engine Management System · Scania · 2 variants

Code 53 (decimal). Some diagnostic tools show it in hexadecimal as 0035.

In short

The voltage in the solenoid valve circuit that controls the wastegate valve has been incorrect.

Variant 1

Applies to: EMS S7

What does Scania EMS fault code 53 mean?

The voltage in the solenoid valve circuit that controls the wastegate valve has been incorrect.

What causes Scania DTC 53?

The turbocharger wastegate valve is controlled by a solenoid valve (V109), which receives signals from the engine management system. Short circuit to current carrying cable in solenoid valve circuit.

How does the system react?

The charge air pressure is regulated incorrectly, risk of overcharging.

How to fix Scania EMS fault code 53?

Check the solenoid valve, cable harnesses and connectors.

Variant 2

Applies to: EMS S8

Detection

The voltage in the solenoid valve circuit that controls the wastegate valve has been incorrect.

Possible cause

The turbocharger wastegate valve is controlled by a solenoid valve (V109), which receives signals from the engine management system. Short circuit to current carrying cable in solenoid valve circuit.

System reaction

The charge air pressure is regulated incorrectly, risk of overcharging.

How to fix

Check the solenoid valve, cable harnesses and harness-to-harness connectors.

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

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