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P2AEC: Intake Air O2 Sensor Pumping Current Circuit Open Bank 2

Standardized SAE J2012 code · P2Axx codes

What does P2AEC mean?

The pumping current of the intake air oxygen sensor on bank 2 reports a circuit open condition. Wide-band lambda regulation on the intake side is impaired.

The code tells you which monitor failed, not which part is broken. Test before replacing parts.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Possible rough idle or hesitation
  • Failed emissions test

Common causes

  • High Open in pump current wire
  • Medium Internal open in pump cell
  • Low Pin pushed back out of connector body

Likelihood is a general estimate across vehicles; your make and model may differ.

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