P0132 02 Sensor Circuit High Voltage (Bank I Sensor 1)
Technical Description
O2 Oxygen Sensor Circuit High Voltage (Bank1, Sensor1)
What does that mean?
This diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is a generic powertrain code, which means that it applies to OBD-II equipped vehicles. Although generic, the specific repair steps may vary depending on make/model.
This involves the front oxygen sensor on Bank 1. This code indicates that the heated oxygen sensor reading is too high.
In the case of Ford vehicles, that indicates the voltage at the sensor is over 1.5 volts. Other vehicles may be similar.
Symptoms
You will likely not notice any drivability problems.
Causes
A code P0132 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:
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 front Bank 1 oxygen sensor. You will likely wind up replacing it but you should also consider these possible solutions:
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"Delete Error Code Permanently, Disable DTC Error Code Function for p0132 in the ECU"
In extreme cases, we even have the option to permanently remove the specific DTC p0132 and disable the function of the specific error code in the ECU. All other fault code functions will then continue to work to protect the engine. This is different from clearing an error code with a diagnostic device. We have the option to permanently remove the function of the specific error code, so that it never comes back. Also emergency running that occurs on the specific error code can be solved in most cases.
Of course we prefer to first try to solve the cause of the error code, but sometimes the only solution is to permanently disable the DTC function of p0132.
