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P0153 Infiniti Code - O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response Bank 2 Sensor 1

Quick Answer

The front heated oxygen sensor (or O2 sensor 1) is placed into the exhaust manifold. Common causes include Faulty Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2, Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 harness is open or shorted, Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is Moderate - service should be scheduled soon. The vehicle may still be drivable for short trips if it runs normally, but avoid hard driving and repair it soon.

What it means: P0153 Infiniti indicates O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response Bank 2 Sensor 1.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2, Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 harness is open or shorted, Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: Moderate - service should be scheduled soon.
Can I drive?: The vehicle may still be drivable for short trips if it runs normally, but avoid hard driving and repair it soon.

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Code Popularity 15,712

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Moderate (Service soon) (2 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jun 14, 2020

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How To Fix
Tech Notes
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Code P0153 Infiniti Description

The front heated oxygen sensor (or O2 sensor 1) is placed into the exhaust manifold. It detects the amount of oxygen in the exhaust gas compared to the outside air. The heated oxygen sensor 1 has a closed-end tube made of ceramic zirconia. The zirconia generates voltage from approximately 1V in richer conditions to 0V in leaner conditions. The heated oxygen sensor 1 signal is sent to the Engine Control Module (ECM). The ECM adjusts the injection pulse duration to achieve the ideal air-fuel ratio. The ideal air-fuel ratio occurs near the radical change from 1V to 0V.

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0153 Infiniti?

Faulty Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2
Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 harness is open or shorted
Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 circuit poor electrical connection
Inappropriate fuel pressure
Faulty fuel injectors
Intake air leaks
Exhaust gas leaks

How to Fix the DTC P0153 Infiniti?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What does this mean?

Code Tech Notes

Replacing the Front Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 usually takes care of the problem.

For Infiniti models 2005 and up see: P0153 Infiniti

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0153 Infiniti code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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Information for Specific Infiniti Models

P0153 2003 Infiniti G35 — O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response Bank 2 Sensor 1
P0153 2004 Infiniti G35 — O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response Bank 2 Sensor 1
P0153 2005 Infiniti G35 — Air Fuel Ratio Circuit Slow Response Bank 2 Sensor 1
P0153 2006 Infiniti G35 — Air Fuel Ratio Circuit Slow Response Bank 2 Sensor 1

About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.