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Engine Error

P0138

O2 Sensor Circuit High Voltage (Bank 1 Sensor 2)

Severity
Medium

Symptoms

Rich running condition, smell of unburned fuel, check engine light

Common Causes

  • Defective downstream oxygen sensor
  • Short to battery voltage in O2 wiring
  • High fuel pressure
  • Faulty engine coolant temperature sensor

How to Fix

  1. 1 Replace downstream O2 sensor
  2. 2 Inspect and repair wiring harness
  3. 3 Test fuel system pressure
  4. 4 Check ECT sensor readings
Estimated Repair Cost USD
$100 $350

O2 Sensor replacement: $150 - $350