OBD Guide

P22B5

O2 Sensor Pumping Current Trim Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 2

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Reduced engine power
  • Unstable operation at idle
  • Dips during acceleration

Causes

  • Oxygen sensor circuit open
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Malfunction of the oxygen sensor itself
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring to the oxygen sensor
  2. Check the contacts in the sensor connector for oxidation and corrosion.
  3. Test the oxygen sensor with a multimeter
  4. Replace the oxygen sensor if necessary
  5. Reset the error code and check if it returns

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