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P0158

O2 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage (Bank 2 Sensor 2)

The ECU detects abnormally low voltage from the downstream O2 sensor on bank 2 (alternate definition mapping in some manufacturers' interpretation). Indicates persistent lean reading, open sensor or wiring shorted to ground.

  • Check engine light: Yes
  • Emissions related: Yes
  • Repair difficulty: easy

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Possible rough idle or hesitation
  • Failed emissions test

Common causes

Ordered by how often each turns out to be the cause.

  • Lean condition on bank 2Common
  • O2 sensor failedPossible
  • Connector pins corroded - high contact resistanceLess likely

Parts involved

  • Oxygen Sensor B2s2
  • Oxygen Sensor Wiring

P0158 is a generic OBD-II code defined by SAE J2012. Exact wording and diagnostic procedure vary by manufacturer and model. Code definitions are drawn from the public-domain OBDex dataset; the workshop notes are our own.