P2001high severityPowertrain
NOx Trap Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 2
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
The NOx storage catalytic converter on bank 2 is not efficiently reducing nitrogen oxides.
Symptoms
- Check engine light
- Failed emissions
- Slight power loss
Common causes
- Degraded NOx trap bank 2
- Sulfur poisoning
- Exhaust leak
- NOx sensor fault
Diagnostic steps
- Check NOx sensor output bank 2
- Compare to bank 1
- Inspect exhaust for leaks
Repair notes
Replace NOx trap bank 2 if regeneration fails.
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