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P2256 Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1, bank 2, negative current control - circuit high

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

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2

What P2256 means

P2256
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1, bank 2, negative current control - circuit high Generic · emissions Data confidence 85%

The control module detected that the signal in the Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1, bank 2, negative 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 P2256

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

2

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

256

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P2256

What does P2256 mean?

Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1, bank 2, negative current control - circuit high. The control module detected that the signal in the Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1, bank 2, negative current control circuit stayed above the expected operating range.

Is P2256 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P2256 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P2256 at file level?

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