Code result

P01F3

O2 Sensor Circuit High Voltage Bank 1 Sensor 4

Moderate severity

What it means

Bank 1 sensor 4 O2 sensor signal voltage above expected range — short to power or sensor stuck high. A drifted or sluggish lambda sensor lets the mixture run lean or rich without correction — fuel economy and emissions suffer immediately.

Is it safe to drive?

Use caution

The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.

Most likely causes

  • Signal wire shorted to battery

    high

    One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

  • Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance

    low

    Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

  • Supply wire pinched against B+ source

    low

    Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

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