OBD Guide

U069C

Lost Communication With Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 3

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–67 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The Check Engine light on the dashboard comes on
  • Possible reduction in engine power
  • Deteriorating fuel economy
  • Unstable engine operation at idle
  • Errors related to exhaust gas treatment systems

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Malfunction of the exhaust gas temperature sensor itself
  • Problems with the sensor connector (oxidation, damage)
  • Malfunction of the engine control unit (rare)
  • Wiring harness damage

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring to the sensor
  2. Check the sensor connector for damage or oxidation
  3. Check sensor resistance (compare with manufacturer specifications)
  4. If necessary, replace the exhaust gas temperature sensor
  5. Check for ECU firmware updates

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