What are the reasons for excessive pressure in the urea solution pump?
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There are many reasons for excessive pressure in the urea solution pump. Severe external leakage at the upper part of the urea tank: After replacing the urea tank assembly, if the urea pump still exhibits faults, it is necessary to inspect the urea pump pipelines. Upon checking the urea tank water heating valve, it was found that the water valve was damaged and constantly open. Damage to the water heating valve: A damaged water heating valve can cause the coolant to continuously circulate and heat the urea tank, leading to excessively high temperatures inside the urea tank. This results in urea evaporation, which crystallizes around the urea tank after being discharged through the vent hole. Over time, excessive crystallization at the vent hole can block it. When the urea system operates, severe vacuum is created inside the tank, obstructing urea pressure buildup, thus triggering a fault indicating excessively low urea pressure.
I've been driving a diesel truck for several years and have encountered high urea pump pressure multiple times. Common causes include: urea crystallization or foreign objects blocking the pipes, similar to how water pressure rises when a pipe is clogged; malfunction of the pump's motor or control valve, such as internal components getting stuck, leading to abnormal pump speed; poor quality urea solution with excessive impurities or improper concentration, increasing resistance during injection; faulty sensor signals, like a broken pressure sensor sending incorrect readings to the control module; and maintenance issues, such as a clogged filter due to prolonged use, increasing resistance. It's advisable to first check if the urea solution tank is clean, use high-quality DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid), and replace the filter regularly. Persistent high pressure can damage the SCR system, affect emissions, and may result in fines. It's best to use a diagnostic tool to read error codes and seek professional help if necessary.