Lack of switching, sensor indicates lean, Bank 2
Ford · engine
Data confidence94%
Ford documents P2197:00 (no sub type information) for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as lack of switching, sensor indicates lean, bank 2. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.
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Applies toFord gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
2
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
197
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P2197
What does P2197 mean?
O2 Sensor Signal Stuck Lean Bank 2 Sensor 1. The control module registered the fault condition described as "O2 Sensor Signal Stuck Lean Bank 2 Sensor 1".
Is P2197 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P2197 exists both as a generic OBD-II code (same meaning on every make) and with 1 manufacturer-specific interpretation(s): Ford. Always read it in the context of your vehicle.
Can TuningBot remove P2197 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.