U2182 Diagnostic Trouble Code

U2182 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic U-Network Diagnostic Trouble Code.

It is considered generic because it applies to all makes and models of vehicles, although specific repair steps may be different depending on your car model.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a U2182 diagnostic trouble code may include:

Reduction in engine performance, especially at low RPM levels
Vacuum leak on the engine
Diminished fuel efficiency
The engine oil will exhibit dilution from the ECUs attempts to increase engine temperature. Some vehicles advance the fuel injection timing slightly after top center to afterburn a small amount of fuel to increase exhaust temperatures. Some of this fuel enters the crankcase. When the ECU determines the necessity to regenerate the DPF, the service life of the oil be shortened significantly

Possible Causes :

A large vacuum leak would cause a massive amount of un-metered air to enter the intake manifold resulting in an overly lean mixture.
Faulty IMRC actuator/sensor
Dirty air cleaner element Damaged DPF

Repair Processes :

Oxygen sensors signal the engine management computer the amount of oxygen present in the exhaust, which is used in determining and controlling the fuel ratio. Use the DVOM to test resistance and continuity on all system circuits if actuator and sensor resistance levels are in compliance with manufacturer's specifications. Look for damage to the tank indicating impact that may have damaged the fuel pump or sender.

Process Tips

Diagnostic trouble code U2182 is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.

Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before U2182.

Fortunately, U2182 is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.

U2182 Trouble Code For Specific Cars

U2182 Hyundai Elantra SCP (J1850) Invalid Data from SCLM
U2182 Volvo C70 SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Engine RPM
U2182 Zender 30-7
U2182 Bmw 6er Climate Control A/C Post Evaporator Sensor Circuit Short To Ground
U2182 Chevrolet Model EGI Mini - MAF Failed Open Circuit
U2182 Lancia A112 Speed Wheel RF Comparison Failure
U2182 Plymouth Pronto Evaporative Emission Control System Vent Control Circuit Shorted