P0162 Code - O2 Sensor Circuit Malfunction Bank 2 Sensor 3

What Does P0162 Mean?

An oxygen sensor for a one particular engine bank has delivered a voltage signal that is not within the accepted parameters, causing the PCM to store a trouble code and possibly illuminate the service engine soon light. Bank 2 typically denotes the engine bank of the engine block that does not contain the number 1 cylinder. S3 tells you that the fault is found in sensor 3, or the downstream sensor (aft of the catalytic converter/s).

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What are the common causes of P0162 ?

Common causes of code P0162 are much the same across all applications, and could include the following-

• Damaged, burnt, shorted, disconnected, or corroded wiring and/or connectors
• Open circuits
• Blown fuses (where applicable)
• Defective oxygen sensors
• Heavily fouled or contaminated oxygen sensors
• PCM failure is a rare event, and the fault must be sought elsewhere before any controller is replaced

What are the symptoms of P0162 ?

Symptoms of a P0162 diagnostic trouble code may include:

• Lack of power
• Faulty O2 Sensor
• Poor acceleration
• Rich or lean exhaust

How do you troubleshoot P0162 ?

The engine system, in conjuction with the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM), activates the P0162 code solenoid valve to control oil pressure to the engine mechanism that is installed in the valve system to switch valve timing between Low and High.If the engine solenoid valve has an open or short circuit, a DTC is stored.



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