Technical Definition:
O2 Circuit High Voltage (Bank 2, Sensor 3)
Trouble Code: P0164
Address: 0x0164
System: Powertrain
Subsystem:
Address: 0x0164
System: Powertrain
Subsystem:
Technical Description:
Possible Causes:
- Bad O2 sensor (Bank 2 Sensor 3)
- Wiring in contact with exhaust components
- Engine running rich (If other codes are present)
- Holes in exhaust near Bank 2 Sensor 3
- Short to voltage on signal circuit
- Bad PCM
Possible Symptoms:
- MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) on
- Engine loses power and misses intermittently
- May exhibit loss of fuel efficiency
O2 Sensor Circuit High Voltage 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