P0166

Technical Definition:

O2 Circuit No Activity Detected (Bank 2, Sensor 3)

Trouble Code: P0166
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

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