Infiniti P0159 HO2S22 Slow Response

Description

OBD-II Trouble Code Description for P0159 Infiniti

O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response

What does this mean?

OBD2 Code P0159 Infiniti definition:
This involves the rear oxygen sensor on the passenger side. This code indicates the engine air fuel ratio is not being adjusted by the oxygen sensor signal or the ECM as expected to do so, or not adjusted as often as expected to do so once the engine is warmed or under normal engine use.

Symptoms

Possible sumptoms of OBD code P0159 Infiniti
You will likely not notice any drivability problems, although there may be symptoms.

Causes

Possible causes of OBD code P0159 Infiniti
A code P0159 Infiniti may mean that one or more of the following has happened: The oxygen sensor is faulty The wiring to the sensor is broken / frayed There is an exhaust leak

Possible Solutions

The simplest thing to do is to reset the code and see if it comes back. If the code comes back, the problem is more than likely the rear passenger side oxygen sensor. You will likely wind up replacing it but you should also consider these possible solutions: Check and fix any exhaust leaks Check for wiring problems (shorted, frayed wires) Check the frequency and amplitude of the oxygen sensor (advanced) Check for a deteriorating / contaminated oxygen sensor, replace if necessary Check for inlet air leaks Check the MAF sensor for proper operation


The OBD2 Code Information Be Applicable For Infiniti:

,2013 Infiniti M35h GT,2013 Infiniti JX,2013 Infiniti FX,2011 Infiniti QX,2011 Infiniti M35h,2011 Infiniti M,2011 Infiniti JX Concept,2011 Infiniti IPL G Coupe,2011 Infiniti EX30d,2009 Infiniti G37,2009 Infiniti FX50,2009 Infiniti FX37,2009 Infiniti FX35,2009 Infiniti Essence Concept,2009 Infiniti EX37,2008 Infiniti QX56,2008 Infiniti M45x,2008 Infiniti M45s,2008 Infiniti G37 Coupe,2008 Infiniti EX35,2007 Infiniti G35 Sedan,2007 Infiniti EX Concept,2006 Infiniti QX56,2006 Infiniti Q45,2006 Infiniti M45,2006 Infiniti M35x,2006 Infiniti M35,2006 Infiniti FX45,2005 Infiniti Q45,2005 Infiniti G35,2005 Infiniti FX45,2004 Infiniti QX56,2004 Infiniti M45 Concept,2004 Infiniti I35,2003 Infiniti QX4,2003 Infiniti Q45,2003 Infiniti M45,2003 Infiniti I35,2003 Infiniti G35,2003 Infiniti FX45,2003 Infiniti FX35

 

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