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Engine Error

P0053

HO2S Heater Resistance (Bank 1 Sensor 1)

Severity
Low

Symptoms

Engine runs rich on cold start, check engine light

Common Causes

  • Internal failure of O2 sensor heater
  • High resistance in sensor connector
  • Damage to sensor wiring
  • Incorrect aftermarket sensor installed

How to Fix

  1. 1 Replace upstream O2 sensor with OEM part
  2. 2 Clean connector pins
  3. 3 Repair damaged wiring
  4. 4 Measure heater resistance with multimeter
Estimated Repair Cost USD
$120 $350

OEM O2 Sensor: $150 - $350