P1162low severityPowertrain

HO2S Heater Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 2

on 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3L V8 EcoTec3 L83 ยท RWD

What this code means

A fault is detected in the heater circuit of the bank 1 downstream oxygen sensor. This is a GM-specific code similar to generic P0141.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Slow sensor warm-up
  • Failed emissions test

Common causes

  • Faulty O2 sensor heater
  • Blown heater fuse
  • Wiring or connector fault
  • Poor ground

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scan and record heater circuit codes
  2. Check O2 heater fuse
  3. Measure heater resistance
  4. Inspect wiring and replace sensor

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