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2012 DODGE CHARGER

5.7L V8 HemiAWDAUTOMATICgas
14 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0050low severityPowertrain

HO2S Heater Control Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 1

on 2012 Dodge Charger 5.7L V8 Hemi · AWD

What this code means

The PCM detected a malfunction in the heater circuit of the upstream O2 sensor on Bank 2.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Longer warmup emissions

Common causes

  • Faulty O2 sensor heater
  • Blown fuse
  • Wiring damage

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check fuse
  2. Test heater resistance
  3. Inspect wiring
  4. Test PCM output

Repair notes

Replace O2 sensor or repair wiring.

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