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1997 FORD AEROSTAR

4.0L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor593Torque495Fluid6DTC683Battery1Maintenance0Recalls5
P0153moderate severityPowertrain

O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response Bank 2 Sensor 1

on 1997 Ford Aerostar 4.0L V6 · FWD

What this code means

The upstream O2 sensor on Bank 2 is responding too slowly.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Failed emissions

Common causes

  • Aging sensor
  • Contaminated sensor
  • Exhaust leak

Diagnostic steps

  1. Monitor switching rate
  2. Check for leaks
  3. Test response time

Repair notes

Replace O2 sensor.

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