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2003 FORD EXCURSION

6.8L V10 Triton4WDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor518Torque5020Fluid9DTC763Battery1Maintenance0Recalls5
P0161low severityPowertrain

O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2

on 2003 Ford Excursion 6.8L V10 Triton · 4WD

What this code means

Malfunction in the downstream O2 sensor heater on Bank 2.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Failed emissions

Common causes

  • Faulty heater
  • Blown fuse
  • Wiring issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check fuse
  2. Test heater resistance
  3. Inspect wiring

Repair notes

Replace sensor.

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