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P046B Catalyst Temperature Sensor 1/2 Correlation Bank 2

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

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2

What P046B means

P046B
Catalyst Temperature Sensor 1/2 Correlation Bank 2 Generic · emissions Data confidence 85%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Catalyst Temperature Sensor 1/2 Correlation Bank 2 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

  • Aged or damaged catalytic converter
  • Downstream oxygen sensor fault giving a wrong efficiency reading
  • Exhaust leak
  • Misfire or mixture fault overloading the catalyst

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 P046B

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

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

46B

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P046B

What does P046B mean?

Catalyst Temperature Sensor 1/2 Correlation Bank 2. The control module detected a fault associated with the Catalyst Temperature Sensor 1/2 Correlation Bank 2 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode.

Is P046B generic or manufacturer-specific?

P046B is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P046B at file level?

If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.

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