OBD Guide

P0147

O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 3

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Increased emissions of harmful substances

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor heating circuit
  • Malfunction of the oxygen sensor itself
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Heating circuit relay or fuse malfunction
  • Oxidation of contacts

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the fuses and relays of the heating circuit
  2. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  3. Check the resistance of the sensor heating element
  4. Check the voltage in the heating circuit
  5. If necessary, replace the oxygen sensor

Related codes

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