PACCAR Fault Code P3954: Heater Element NH₃ Sensor – Malfunction

Code details

Manufacturer

PACCAR (Kenworth & Peterbilt)

Applies to

PACCAR MX-13 (2013–2016)

Fault code

P3954

J1939 SPN

5848

FMI

4 — Voltage below normal, or shorted to low source

Truck models in source

Kenworth T680, T880, W900, T800; Peterbilt 579, 389, 567, 367

What to do next

• Read active and inactive codes with the OEM service tool and note the occurrence count.
• FMI 4 tells the shop the type of failure to test for: voltage below normal, or shorted to low source.
• Have a heavy-duty diesel technician confirm the fault against the engine or chassis service manual before replacing parts.

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