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P0161

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SYMPTOM
P0161-2/2 O(2) SENSOR HEATER FAILURE

TEST NOTE
This symptom is diagnosed using the test P0135-1/1 O(2) SENSOR HEATER FAILURE (6 CYLINDER).

WHEN MONITORED
During vehicle shutdown after vehicle had been driven greater than 10 miles with throttle open for a minimum of 3 minutes. Battery voltage greater than 11.0 volts.

SET CONDITION
No sensor output is received when the ASD powers up the sensor heater. Two trip fault.

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- O(2) Heater Element
- O(2) Sensor Heater Ground Circuit Open
- ASD Relay Output Circuit Open
- Intermittent Condition
- PCM