P0136Medium Priority

O2 Sensor Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 2)

Category: PowertrainFuel and Air Metering

5 articles · 3 makes affected

What is P0136?

Oxygen Sensor Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 2). Problem with the downstream O2 sensor (after catalytic converter), affecting catalyst monitoring.

Symptoms You May Notice

  • Check engine light
  • Failed emissions test
  • Slight decrease in fuel economy

How to Fix It

  • Replace downstream O2 sensor ($100-$300, intermediate)
  • Check wiring and connectors ($50-$200, beginner)
  • Repair exhaust leak ($150-$500, intermediate)

Owner Statistics

Based on 153,995 real owner discussions • 3726 confirmed solutions

Dataset (153,995 records)
$1,746
Average Repair Cost
2%
Success Rate
20%
DIY Repairs
153,995
Data Sources

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