OBD Guide

P23BD

NOx Sensor Performance - Signal Biased/Stuck High Bank 1 Sensor 3

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

Symptoms

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

Causes

  • NOx sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • NOx sensor contamination
  • Problems with the EGR system
  • Malfunction of the catalytic converter

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition and connections of the NOx sensor
  2. Test the sensor circuit for open and short circuit
  3. Clean or replace NOx sensor
  4. Check the operation of the EGR system
  5. Diagnose the condition of the catalytic converter

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