Hummer P0430 Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 2

Description

OBD-II Trouble Code Description for P0430 Hummer

Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold

What does this mean?

OBD2 Code P0430 Hummer definition:
Basically this means that the oxygen sensor downstream of the catalytic converter on bank 2 is detecting that the converter is not working as efficiently as it should be (according to specs). It is part of the vehicle emissions system.

Symptoms

Possible sumptoms of OBD code P0430 Hummer
You will likely not notice any drivability problems, although there may be symptoms such as a rough/hard idle when cold.

Causes

Possible causes of OBD code P0430 Hummer
A code P0430 Hummer may mean that one or more of the following has happened: The catalytic converter is no longer functioning properly An oxygen sensor is not reading (functioning) properly There is an exhaust leak

Possible Solutions

First, inspect for exhaust leaks. Next step is to measure the voltage at the oxygen sensor on Bank 2. In fact, it would be a good idea to test each oxygen O2 sensor while you’re at it. One thing to note is that many vehicle manufacturers offer a longer warranty on emissions-related parts. So if you have a newer car but it’s out of it’s bumper-to-bumper warranty, there still may be warranty on this type of problem. Many manufacturers give a five year, unlimited mileage warranty on these items. It’s worth checking into.

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The OBD2 Code Information Be Applicable For Hummer:

2009 Hummer H3T Alpha,2008 Hummer HX Concept,2008 Hummer H3 Wagon Concept,2008 Hummer H3 Alpha,2008 Hummer H2,2007 Hummer H3 Open Top,2007 Hummer H3X,2007 Hummer H3R Off Road Concept,2007 Hummer H2 Safari Concept,2006 Hummer H3,2006 Hummer H2 SUT Limited Edition,2006 Hummer H1 Alpha,2005 Hummer H3 Street,2005 Hummer H2 SUT,2004 Hummer H2 SUT Concept,2004 Hummer H2H Hydrogen Concept,2004 Hummer H2,2004 Hummer H1,2003 Hummer Humvee Military Vehicle,2003 Hummer H3T Concept,2003 Hummer H2 with GM Accessories,2003 Hummer H2 SUV,2003 Hummer H2 SUT Dirt Sport Concept,2003 Hummer H1,2003 Hummer Bike,2002 Hummer H2 SUV Concept,2002 Hummer H1 10th Anniversary Edition,2002 Hummer H1,2001 Hummer H1 Alpha Concept

 

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