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P2242 O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 1

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

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2

What P2242 means

P2242
O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 1 Generic · emissions Data confidence 85%

The control module detected that the signal in the O2 Sensor Positive Current Control circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Symptoms

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

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to positive
  • 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 P2242

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

2

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

242

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P2242

What does P2242 mean?

O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 1. The control module detected that the signal in the O2 Sensor Positive Current Control circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Is P2242 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P2242 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P2242 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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