OBD Guide

P2224

NOx Sensor Heater Sense Circuit High Bank 2

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

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Deterioration of vehicle dynamics
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Possible problems with passing the environmental test
  • Noisy engine operation

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in NOx sensor heating circuit
  • NOx sensor malfunction
  • Problems with wiring harness or contacts
  • Engine control unit malfunction
  • Corrosion of electrical connections

How to Fix

  1. Check the continuity of the NOx sensor heating circuit
  2. Check the resistance of the sensor heating element
  3. Inspect electrical connections and connectors for corrosion
  4. If necessary, replace the NOx sensor
  5. Check and, if necessary, update the ECU software

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