Code
P2C62
Generic
P — Powertrain
O2 Sensor Pumping Current Trim Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 3
AI status
Completed
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Causes
- Open or damaged wiring in the pump-current (pump cell) circuit
- Corroded or poorly seated connector at the sensor or harness
- Failed or contaminated wideband (UEGO) oxygen sensor (pump cell)
- High resistance in power, reference or ground circuits to the sensor
- Intermittent connector/terminal contact or water intrusion
- Faulty ECM or blown fuse (rare)
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Possible poor fuel economy
- Engine may run unusually rich or lean or show drivability issues under certain conditions
- Failed emissions test
- Possible stored related O2 sensor or fuel-trim codes
What to check
- Read and record all stored and pending DTCs and freeze-frame data with a scan tool
- Perform a visual inspection of the sensor, harness and connector at Bank 1 Sensor 3 for damage, corrosion, or water intrusion
- Back-probe the sensor connector and observe live sensor pump-current data with a capable scan tool or scope
- Check for continuity and resistance between the sensor connector and the ECM for pump, reference and ground circuits
- Verify proper power/ground/reference voltages to the sensor and inspect related fuses and relays
- Wiggle test harness while monitoring live data to look for intermittent faults
Signal parameters
- Pump-current signal: should be within the manufacturer-specified operating window (near expected trim/zero at stoichiometric under steady conditions); an open circuit often reports zero or out-of-range values
- Reference/power: sensor reference or supply voltages present per vehicle specification at key operating conditions
- Heater circuit: heater supply and resistance within specification (heater fault is a separate circuit but should be verified)
- Ground: low resistance to vehicle ground at the sensor connector
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a scan tool, record freeze frame and live data for the pump current and lambda values. Note conditions when the code set.
- Visually inspect Bank 1 Sensor 3 and wiring for damage, corrosion, heat damage, or connector contamination. Repair any obvious issues.
- With ignition on (engine off), back-probe the sensor connector and confirm presence of required reference/power and ground signals. Check for correct voltages and good ground continuity to chassis and ECM.
- Monitor pump-current (or lambda) live data while cranking and at idle. An open circuit typically shows a constant or default value or no response to AFR changes.
- Measure continuity/resistance between the sensor pump/current pin and the ECM connector. Repair any open/high-resistance wiring or corroded terminals.
- If wiring and connectors are good, verify heater circuit operation (resistance and supply) although heater faults may set separate codes.
- If available, swap in a known-good/confirmed working wideband sensor or use a bench test to verify the sensor pump cell operation.
- After repairs or sensor replacement clear codes and perform a drive cycle to confirm the fault does not return. If code remains and wiring is confirmed good, consider ECM diagnostics or replacement.
- Document findings and any repairs performed.
Likely causes
- Damaged sensor harness or broken conductor
- Corroded/dirty connector at bank 1 sensor 3
- Failed wideband O2 sensor pump cell
- Poor ground or reference voltage to the sensor module
- Intermittent wiring short/open due to heat or movement
Fault status
Status
O2 Sensor Pumping Current Trim Circuit/Open — Bank 1 Sensor 3 (wideband pump cell open or out of range).
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-2.5 hours
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