P0166moderate severityPowertrain
O2 Sensor Circuit No Activity Detected (Bank 2 Sensor 3)
on 2015 Ford F-150 3.5L V6 EcoBoost · RWD
What this code means
The PCM detects no activity from the bank 2, sensor 3 oxygen sensor. The signal is flat or unchanging when it should be varying.
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Poor fuel economy
- Failed emissions test
Common causes
- Faulty oxygen sensor
- Open circuit in wiring
- Corroded connector
- Faulty PCM
Diagnostic steps
- Scan for stored codes and freeze frame
- Check sensor signal activity in live data
- Inspect wiring and connector for opens
- Replace oxygen sensor if inactive
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