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2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA

3.4L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
7 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor564Torque5705Fluid6DTC745Battery1Maintenance0Recalls7
P0161low severityPowertrain

O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2

on 2002 Chevrolet Impala 3.4L V6 · FWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the downstream O2 sensor heater on Bank 2.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Failed emissions

Common causes

  • Faulty heater
  • Blown fuse
  • Wiring issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check fuse
  2. Test heater resistance
  3. Inspect wiring

Repair notes

Replace sensor.

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