OBD Guide

P013E

O2 Sensor Delayed Response - Rich to Lean Bank 1 Sensor 2

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–111 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Deterioration in dynamics
  • Check Engine Light Is On

Causes

  • Worn oxygen sensor
  • Sensor contamination
  • Poor contact in the sensor circuit
  • Open/short circuit in wiring harness
  • Low catalytic converter
  • Leaks in the exhaust system

How to Fix

  1. Check the status of the O2 sensor Bank 1 Sensor 2
  2. Check the power supply and signal circuit of the sensor
  3. Clean or replace sensor if necessary
  4. Check the exhaust system for leaks
  5. Check the condition of the catalytic converter

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