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P220D — NOx Sensor Supply Voltage Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2

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P220D

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NOx Sensor Supply Voltage Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2

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Causes

  • Open or intermittent wiring in the sensor supply circuit (bank 2, sensor 2)
  • Short to battery voltage or short to ground in the harness
  • Corroded, bent, pushed-out, or water-intruded connector pins
  • Blown fuse or failed relay supplying the sensor/heater
  • Failed NOx sensor (heater element or internal electronics)
  • High resistance or poor ground connection

Symptoms

  • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) / check engine light illuminated
  • NOx-related emissions fault or failed emissions inspection
  • Possible reduced aftertreatment performance or regen issues (SCR/DEF systems)
  • Stored freeze-frame data showing abnormal supply voltage for bank 2 sensor 2
  • Occasional hard start or limp-mode on some vehicles (if ECM disables system)

What to check

  • Read DTC and capture freeze-frame and live data with a scan tool (monitor NOx sensor supply voltage and related parameters)
  • Check for other stored codes that could be related (fuses, powertrain, CAN/communication)
  • Perform a visual inspection of the sensor, connector, and wiring harness for damage, heat, soot, or water intrusion
  • Verify fuses and relays that supply the NOx sensor/heater (replace if faulty)
  • Backprobe the sensor supply pin with a digital multimeter (key ON/engine OFF) and note voltage vs. spec
  • With engine running (if safe), monitor supply voltage and observe for drops or intermittent behavior while gently wiggling wiring and connectors

Signal parameters

  • Expected supply (heater) ≈ battery voltage with ignition ON/run (typical 11–14 V) — verify exact spec in service manual
  • Open circuit = infinite/OL; short to ground ≈ 0 V; short to battery ≈ battery voltage on supply pin
  • Heater resistance typical range varies by sensor (commonly low single- to double-digit ohms) — check manufacturer spec
  • Sensor signal/reference (non-heater) may be a low-voltage signal or CAN-reported value depending on vehicle — consult wiring diagram and specs

Diagnostic algorithm

  1. Use a scan tool: record freeze-frame, pending/continuous status, and live data for NOx bank 2 sensor 2. Note when the code set (ignition/run conditions).
  2. Clear the code and perform a key-on/key-off or drive cycle to see if the code returns and under what conditions.
  3. Visually inspect harness and connector at sensor and along routing for heat damage, chafing, corrosion, or water intrusion. Repair or protect as needed.
  4. Check related fuses and relays for the sensor/heater circuit; replace any blown/defective items.
  5. Backprobe the sensor supply pin at the connector with key ON (engine OFF) and measure voltage. Compare to battery voltage and service spec.
  6. With engine running (if applicable and safe), monitor supply voltage while performing a wiggle test on harness and connector to detect intermittent faults.
  7. Measure heater resistance at the sensor (unplug harness) and compare to spec. Replace sensor if heater open or out-of-spec.
  8. Check continuity/resistance between the sensor supply pin and the PCM pin; check for shorts to ground or battery along the harness.
  9. If wiring and sensor test good, inspect PCM connector and grounds; consider PCM supply driver failure if wiring/sensor are good.
  10. After repairs, clear codes and perform verification drive cycles and re-scan to ensure the fault does not return.

Likely causes

  • Damaged wiring harness near exhaust flex or mounting points
  • Connector corrosion from moisture or road salt
  • Blown sensor supply fuse or bad supply relay
  • NOx sensor heater failure (open or shorted heater)
  • Sensor harness chafed and shorting to chassis or battery
  • High resistance ground at engine/exhaust ground strap

Fault status

⚠️ Status
NOx Sensor Supply Voltage Circuit — Bank 2 Sensor 2 (supply voltage out of range/open/short)
🟡 Repair difficulty: Medium
⏱️ Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours

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