OBD2 P0164

P0164

Technical Definition:

O2 Circuit High Voltage (Bank 2, Sensor 3)

Trouble Code: P0164
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