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1997 BMW 318TI E36

1.9L I4 M44RWDAUTOMATICgas
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P0157moderate severityPowertrain

O2 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage Bank 2 Sensor 2

on 1997 BMW 318ti E36 1.9L I4 M44 · RWD

What this code means

Low voltage from the downstream O2 sensor on Bank 2.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light

Common causes

  • Faulty sensor
  • Short to ground
  • Exhaust leak

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test voltage
  2. Check for shorts

Repair notes

Replace sensor.

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