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P2246 O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 1

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

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2

What P2246 means

P2246
O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 1 Generic · emissions Data confidence 85%

The control module detected that the signal in the O2 Sensor Reference Voltage 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 P2246

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

2

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

246

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P2246

What does P2246 mean?

O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 1. The control module detected that the signal in the O2 Sensor Reference Voltage circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Is P2246 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P2246 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P2246 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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