P23C7 — Fuel Heater Control Module Power Control Circuit Open
The control line that energises the fuel heater control module - used on diesel systems for cold-weather fuel preheating - is open.
General code reference. Confirm the definition and diagnostic procedure for your vehicle's year, model and engine. A stored code alone does not identify a failed part.
Affected components
- Fuel heater control module
Possible causes to check
These are possible checks, not a ranked diagnosis. Follow the vehicle manufacturer's test procedure before replacing parts.
- Open in control wiring
- Pin pushed back out of connector body
- Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor
Diagnostic notes
- The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate
Sources
Check each reference's vehicle and model-year scope. General background links do not establish which fault is most likely on your vehicle.
Diagnostic information is provided for reference only. Confirm the code with a compatible scan tool and follow the vehicle manufacturer's service procedures before replacing components.