Code
P220D
Generic
P — Powertrain
NOx Sensor Supply Voltage Circuit Bank 2 Sensor 2
AI status
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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
- 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).
- Clear the code and perform a key-on/key-off or drive cycle to see if the code returns and under what conditions.
- Visually inspect harness and connector at sensor and along routing for heat damage, chafing, corrosion, or water intrusion. Repair or protect as needed.
- Check related fuses and relays for the sensor/heater circuit; replace any blown/defective items.
- Backprobe the sensor supply pin at the connector with key ON (engine OFF) and measure voltage. Compare to battery voltage and service spec.
- With engine running (if applicable and safe), monitor supply voltage while performing a wiggle test on harness and connector to detect intermittent faults.
- Measure heater resistance at the sensor (unplug harness) and compare to spec. Replace sensor if heater open or out-of-spec.
- Check continuity/resistance between the sensor supply pin and the PCM pin; check for shorts to ground or battery along the harness.
- If wiring and sensor test good, inspect PCM connector and grounds; consider PCM supply driver failure if wiring/sensor are good.
- 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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