OBD Guide

P2000

NOx Adsorber Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Reduced engine power
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Unstable engine idling

Causes

  • NOx adsorber malfunction
  • Problems with NOx sensors
  • Clogged catalytic converter
  • Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the NOx adsorber
  2. Diagnose NOx sensors
  3. Inspect the catalytic converter
  4. Check the operation of the EGR system

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