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P22AC

O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 2

System
Injector circuits (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Fuel/Air Metering

What it means

P22AC means O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 2.

Where it lives

For P22AC, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P22AC puts it on bank 1.

Check these first

  • The bank 1 sensor 2 positive current wire shorted to ground
  • A failed wideband oxygen sensor 2 on bank 1
  • Corrosion at the bank 1 sensor 2 connector
  • Low battery voltage dropping the current signal
  • An ECM driver fault on the positive current circuit

What to do next

  1. Test the bank 1 sensor 2 positive current wire for a short to ground
  2. Check battery and charging voltage
  3. Inspect the bank 1 sensor 2 connector for corrosion
  4. Watch bank 1 sensor 2 live data
  5. Replace bank 1 sensor 2 if the wire tests good
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.