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TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.14

P0425 Catalyst Temperature Sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 1)

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

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2

What P0425 means

P0425
Catalyst Temperature Sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 1) Generic · emissions Data confidence 90%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Catalyst Temperature Sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 1) circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode.

Symptoms

  • MIL illuminated
  • Possible smell of unburnt fuel or reduced performance in severe cases

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • poor connection
  • catalytic converter temperature sensor
  • ECM

Recommended checks

  • Compare upstream and downstream oxygen sensor signals
  • Check for exhaust leaks
  • Check for stored misfire or mixture codes first
  • Verify catalyst temperature plausibility where available

Related and nearby codes

How to read P0425

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

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

425

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P0425

What does P0425 mean?

Catalyst Temperature Sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 1). The control module detected a fault associated with the Catalyst Temperature Sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 1) circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode.

Is P0425 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P0425 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P0425 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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