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P0063low severityPowertrain

HO2S Heater Control Circuit Low (Bank 2 Sensor 3)

on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12 BiTurbo M275 · RWD

What this code means

The heater circuit for bank 2 sensor 3 is reading low voltage or shorted to ground. This prevents proper sensor warm-up.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Failed emissions readiness
  • Reduced fuel economy

Common causes

  • Shorted heater circuit wiring
  • Faulty O2 sensor heater
  • Connector corrosion
  • Failed PCM driver

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scan and confirm code
  2. Inspect wiring for short to ground
  3. Measure heater circuit resistance
  4. Test PCM driver output

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