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2017 FORD EXPLORER

3.5L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
13 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0136moderate severityPowertrain

O2 Sensor Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 2

on 2017 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6 · FWD

What this code means

General malfunction in the downstream O2 sensor circuit for Bank 1.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Failed emissions test
  • Reduced catalyst monitoring

Common causes

  • Faulty downstream O2 sensor
  • Wiring damage
  • Exhaust leak after catalyst

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test O2 sensor voltage
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check for exhaust leaks after cat

Repair notes

Replace downstream O2 sensor.

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