P0050low severityPowertrain
HO2S Heater Control Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 1
on 1997 BMW 318ti E36 1.9L I4 M44 · RWD
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
- Check fuse
- Test heater resistance
- Inspect wiring
- Test PCM output
Repair notes
Replace O2 sensor or repair wiring.
Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0011
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0012
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0013
Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0014
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0015
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1