Code
P220C
Generic
P — Powertrain
NOx Sensor Supply Voltage Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 1
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Causes
- Blown fuse or faulty relay for NOx sensor/heater supply
- Open or shorted wiring in NOx sensor supply or ground circuit (Bank 2 Sensor 1)
- Corroded, loose, or damaged connector at the NOx sensor or inline connector
- Failed NOx sensor (internal heater or electronics)
- Faulty ECM power/ground or driver circuit
- Aftertreatment harness damage from heat or road debris
Symptoms
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or check engine light illuminated
- Possible reduced aftertreatment performance or inability to complete regenerations (diesel systems)
- Emissions test failure or active fault codes related to NOx/aftertreatment
- Erratic engine/aftertreatment behavior if ECM enters limp/emission-protection mode
- Dashboard aftertreatment/DEF warnings (vehicle-specific)
What to check
- Retrieve freeze frame and full DTC list with a scan tool; note related NOx or aftertreatment codes
- Verify battery voltage and system charging (12–14.5 V nominal) before testing
- Visually inspect wiring and connectors for Bank 2 Sensor 1 for damage, corrosion, heat melt, or water intrusion
- Check fuses and relays associated with sensor/heater power
- Wiggle test harness and connector while monitoring live data to reproduce fault
- Compare live NOx sensor readings (if available) and heater status for Bank 2 Sensor 1 to Bank 1 Sensor 1
Signal parameters
- Heater/supply when commanded: approximately battery voltage (typical 11–14.5 V) at the supply pin — varies by vehicle
- Open-circuit heater: very high/infinite resistance when disconnected
- Short to ground: near 0 V at supply pin when command is active
- ECM command output: diagnostic data shows heater on/off (refer to manufacturer service data for exact thresholds)
- Sensor signal output ranges vary by sensor design — consult service manual for expected mV/V values
Diagnostic algorithm
- Confirm the P220C code and capture freeze-frame/live data. Note any additional NOx or powertrain codes.
- Check battery and charging voltage; ensure good battery condition before electrical tests.
- Locate the Bank 2 Sensor 1 connector and visually inspect for corrosion, bent pins, heat damage, or water ingress. Repair or replace damaged connector as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine OFF) and using a DVOM, measure supply voltage at the sensor supply pin. Command the heater ON with a CAN scan tool if available and verify supply rises to near battery voltage.
- Measure resistance of the heater element at the sensor (manufacturer specification). An open or out-of-spec reading indicates a failed heater/sensor.
- Perform continuity checks from the sensor supply and ground pins back to the appropriate fuse/relay and ECM pins; look for shorts to battery or chassis ground.
- Inspect/test related fuse(s) and relay(s). Replace any blown fuse and test relay operation.
- If wiring and power/ground check good, swap with a known-good identical sensor (if available) or replace the sensor and clear codes.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform a drive cycle or run the required diagnostics to confirm the fault does not return. If intermittent, monitor live data and repeat wiggle tests.
- If wiring and sensor check OK, check ECM power/ground and driver outputs; consult manufacturer service information before replacing ECM.
Likely causes
- Damaged/loose connector at Bank 2 Sensor 1
- Open or shorted supply/ground wire to the NOx sensor
- Blown fuse or failed supply relay for the NOx sensor heater
- Failed NOx sensor heater or internal electronics
Fault status
Status
P220C - NOx Sensor Supply Voltage Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 1 (Supply/Heater circuit abnormal: open/short/high/low)
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours
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