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TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.14

P0163 O2 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage (Bank 2 Sensor 3)

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2

What P0163 means

P0163
O2 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage (Bank 2 Sensor 3) Generic · emissions Data confidence 90%

The control module detected that the signal in the O2 Sensor circuit stayed below the expected operating range.

Symptoms

  • MIL illuminated
  • Possible increased fuel consumption
  • Possible unstable idle

Possible causes

  • Exhaust leak
  • wiring short to earth
  • HO2S
  • ECM

Recommended checks

  • Read live sensor voltage/current and heater status
  • Inspect wiring and connectors
  • Check for exhaust leaks near the sensor
  • Check fuel trim values for upstream mixture faults

Related and nearby codes

How to read P0163

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

163

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P0163

What does P0163 mean?

O2 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage (Bank 2 Sensor 3). The control module detected that the signal in the O2 Sensor circuit stayed below the expected operating range.

Is P0163 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P0163 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P0163 at file level?

If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry and, where the ECU needs it, corrects the checksum too. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.

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