Code
P2241
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P — Powertrain
O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit Low Bank 2 Sensor 1
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Causes
- Open, corroded or damaged wiring/connectors to Bank 2 Sensor 1
- Poor or intermittent ground or power supply to the sensor circuit
- Contaminated or failed Bank 2 Sensor 1 (upstream O2 sensor)
- Short to ground or high resistance in the positive current control path
- Blown fuse or relay feeding sensor/ECM circuits
- Exhaust leak or physical damage to sensor making readings invalid
Symptoms
- Check Engine light (MIL) illuminated
- Reduced fuel economy or rich/lean running symptoms
- Failed emissions test
- Rough idle, hesitation or uneven running under some conditions
- Stored related O2/heater/trim DTCs
What to check
- Read and record freeze frame and OBD data with a scan tool; note engine load, RPM, temperature and fuel trims
- Verify code is current (not pending); check for multiple related DTCs (heater or other O2 codes)
- Perform visual inspection of Bank 2 Sensor 1 harness and connector for damage, corrosion, melting or loose pins
- Check for recent exhaust work, leaks or damage near the sensor
- Inspect fuses/relays that feed sensor circuits and ECM power/grounds
Signal parameters
- Bank 2 Sensor 1 is an upstream O2 (pre-catalyst) — expected raw voltage swings roughly 0–1.0 V in closed-loop; lean < ~0.45 V, rich > ~0.45 V
- Heater circuit: typical resistance varies by sensor but commonly a few ohms to tens of ohms; heater supply is battery voltage when activated
- Positive current control pulses are usually low-mA range; ECM monitors current flow and duty/pulse characteristics rather than steady high current
- If available, live-data should show rapid switching of O2 voltage in closed-loop and stable heater supply voltage
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze frame and related codes. Note driving conditions when code set.
- Visual inspection: trace wiring from Bank 2 Sensor 1 to harness, look for chafing, heat damage, corrosion, pin pushed out, or signs of water ingress. Repair any obvious damage.
- Check power/ground: with ignition ON, backprobe connector and verify heater supply and sensor reference grounds present per vehicle wiring (use wiring diagrams). Confirm fuses/relays feeding the circuit are good.
- Measure heater resistance at the sensor (with connector disconnected). Compare to vehicle spec. Very high/OL indicates open heater. Very low may indicate short. Replace sensor if heater fails spec.
- With a scan tool, monitor Bank 2 Sensor 1 voltage and (if supported) O2 sensor current or circuit status. Look for expected switching when engine at normal operating temp and in closed-loop. If sensor is fixed or signal abnormal, suspect sensor or wiring.
- Check for short to ground/power: using a multimeter, check continuity from sensor positive/current control wire to ground and to battery; look for unintended shorts or high resistance.
- Perform wiggle test on harness/connectors while monitoring live data for intermittent changes. Repair any intermittent faults (repair or replace connector/harness as needed).
- If wiring is intact and sensor heater and signal are within expected ranges but ECM still reports low current, consider ECM driver fault. Confirm with manufacturer-specific diagnostic procedures before ECM replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and test drive to confirm fault does not return and closed-loop operation/short-term fuel trims are normal.
Likely causes
- Broken or frayed harness near the sensor (heat/chafing)
- Corroded connector pins or water ingress at sensor connector
- Failed oxygen sensor (internal element degraded)
- Short to ground in the sensor positive/current return circuit
- Poor chassis or sensor ground
Fault status
Status
ECM detected lower-than-expected positive current in the Bank 2 Sensor 1 oxygen sensor control circuit. This indicates a fault in the sensor circuit, wiring, sensor, or control driver that can affect fuel control and emissions.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-2.5 hours
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