P016A

2017-10-10

Description:

  • Oxygen sensor not ready

Possible Symptoms:

  • The vehicle will not start if the fuel is frozen from extreme cold, or if there is water in the fuel

  • Car dies while stopped

Possible Causes:

  • Faulty Heated Oxygen Bank 1 Sensor 1

  • Heated Oxygen Bank 1 Sensor 1 harness is open or shorted

  • Heated Oxygen Bank 1 Sensor 1 circuit poor electrical connection

  • Faulty fuel injectors

  • Exhaust leaks in the Heated Oxygen Bank 1 Sensor 1

Related Parts:

  • Oxygen Sensor: This is one of the parts that fails very commonly. It measures the amount of oxygen to ensure proper combustion. Problems in the Oxygen Sensor lead to poor fuel economy

Possible Solutions:

  • Replacing the O2 Sensor 1 usually takes care of the problem

  • Checks the O2 sensor wiring and the harness connections for any corrosion. Repairs or replaces any connections with problems

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