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1996 SUBARU SVX

3.3L H6AWDAUTOMATICgas
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P0037low severityPowertrain

HO2S Heater Control Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 2

on 1996 Subaru SVX 3.3L H6 · AWD

What this code means

The voltage in the Bank 1 Sensor 2 O2 heater circuit is lower than expected.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Poor catalyst monitoring

Common causes

  • Short to ground
  • Faulty sensor
  • Corroded connector

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test heater voltage
  2. Check for shorts
  3. Test resistance

Repair notes

Repair wiring or replace sensor.

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