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2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

3.3L V6 HybridAWDAUTOMATIChybrid
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1153moderate severityPowertrain

Air/Fuel Sensor Circuit Response Bank 1 Sensor 2

on 2012 Toyota Highlander 3.3L V6 Hybrid · AWD

What this code means

The downstream A/F sensor is switching too slowly.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Failed emissions
  • Poor efficiency
  • Rough idle

Common causes

  • Aging sensor
  • Degraded catalytic converter
  • Exhaust leak
  • Wiring damage

Diagnostic steps

  1. Monitor sensor switching
  2. Test catalytic efficiency
  3. Check exhaust leaks
  4. Inspect wiring

Repair notes

Replace sensor or diagnose catalytic converter.

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