What the OBD-II code p0138 means

Fault code P0138 – a step-by-step guide to diagnosing and fixing it

The meaning of error code P0138 – O2 Sensor Circuit High Voltage (Bank 1, Sensor 2)
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Cars the fault code P0138 is most commonly found on

Fault code P0138 - O2 Sensor Circuit High Voltage (Bank 1, Sensor 2) can occur with any car but is most often found on the following cars:

  • Ford
  • Nissan: Micra, Qashqai
  • Toyota: Prius, Corolla
  • Honda: Civic, Accord, Jazz
  • Jeep: Wrangler, Cherokee

If you get the code P0138 on your car, make sure that the diagnostics are carried out correctly and the error is still relevant. Check for symptoms associated with the problem and explore options for resolving it.

What to do if the fault code p 0138 appears

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