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P2052 GMC Code - Reductant Injection Valve Circuit High Bank 2 Unit 1

Quick Answer

The Reductant Dosing Valve (Reductant Injection Valve) is used to meter and atomize the reductant liquid before it is mixed with the exhaust gas. Common causes include Faulty Reductant Injection Valve, Reductant Injection Valve harness is open or shorted, Reductant Injection Valve circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P2052 GMC indicates Reductant Injection Valve Circuit High Bank 2 Unit 1.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Reductant Injection Valve, Reductant Injection Valve harness is open or shorted, Reductant Injection Valve circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Code P2052 GMC Description

The Reductant Dosing Valve (Reductant Injection Valve) is used to meter and atomize the reductant liquid before it is mixed with the exhaust gas. Normal operating frequency is between 3 Hz and .3 Hz. The cooling body contains heat sink fins to keep the injector and reductant below the boiling point. If the sensed temperature is nearing the maximum temperature threshold, reductant spray will be increased in quantity to actively cool the valve.

OBDII Code P2052 GMC - Reductant Injection Valve Circuit High Bank 2 Unit 1 - AutoCodes.com — P2052 GMC Code - Reductant Injection Valve Circuit High Bank 2 Unit 1

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P2052 GMC?

Faulty Reductant Injection Valve
Reductant Injection Valve harness is open or shorted
Reductant Injection Valve circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P2052 GMC?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P2052 GMC code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.