OBD Guide

P22BF

O2 Sensor Negative Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 2 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 engine operation at idle
  • Increased level of harmful emissions

Causes

  • Open oxygen sensor control circuit
  • 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 sensor control circuit
  2. Inspect the connectors and contacts of the sensor
  3. Check the resistance of the oxygen sensor
  4. If necessary, replace the oxygen sensor
  5. Check the operation of the engine control unit

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