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Diagnostic reference · P23AE

P23AE

NOx Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3

System
Ignition and misfire (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Ignition

What it means

P23AE means NOx Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3.

Where it lives

For P23AE, the sensor sits on the circuit this code reports. The description of P23AE puts it on bank 1.

Check these first

  • A short to ground on the bank 1 sensor 3 NOx sensor signal wire
  • An open in the bank 1 sensor 3 NOx sensor ground
  • A failed bank 1 sensor 3 NOx sensor
  • A low reference at the bank 1 sensor 3 NOx sensor

What to do next

  1. Read bank 1 sensor 3 NOx sensor voltage on a scan tool
  2. Test the bank 1 sensor 3 signal wire for a short to ground
  3. Check the bank 1 sensor 3 NOx sensor ground and reference
  4. Inspect the bank 1 sensor 3 connector for corrosion
  5. Replace the bank 1 sensor 3 NOx sensor if the circuit tests good
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

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