Technical Definition:
O2 Circuit No Activity Detected (Bank 2, Sensor 3)
Trouble Code: P0166
Address: 0x0166
System: Powertrain
Subsystem:
Address: 0x0166
System: Powertrain
Subsystem:
Technical Description:
Possible Causes:
- Bad Bank 2, position 3, o2 sensor
- Wiring problem, melted harness, broken connectors, etc.
- Bad PCM
Possible Symptoms:
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp on
- May idle or drive poorly
- Fuel economy may decrease
O2 Sensor Circuit No Activity Detected Bank 2 Sensor 3
Possible Solutions:
OBD-II Trouble Code Type:
Diagnostic Step:
Tech Notes:
– Faulty Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 3
– Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 3 harness is open or shorted
– Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 3 circuit poor electrical connection
Specific Makes:
– High Fuel Consumption
– Excessive Smoke from Exhaust