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P2233 Heated oxygen sensor (H028) 3, bank 1 - signal circuit shorted to heater circuit

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

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2

What P2233 means

P2233
Heated oxygen sensor (H028) 3, bank 1 - signal circuit shorted to heater circuit Generic · emissions Data confidence 78%

The control module detected improper operation of the Heated oxygen sensor (H028) 3, bank 1 - signal circuit shorted to heater circuit.

Symptoms

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

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • H025

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 P2233

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

2

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

233

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P2233

What does P2233 mean?

Heated oxygen sensor (H028) 3, bank 1 - signal circuit shorted to heater circuit. The control module detected improper operation of the Heated oxygen sensor (H028) 3, bank 1 - signal circuit shorted to heater circuit.

Is P2233 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P2233 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P2233 at file level?

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