AutoCodes – Generic – P2631

P2631 Code - Oxygen Sensor Pumping Current Trim Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 1

Quick Answer

A resistor is installed in the Universal Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) connector for part to part variance. Common causes include Faulty Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S), Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) harness is open or shorted, Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P2631 indicates Oxygen Sensor Pumping Current Trim Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 1.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S), Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) harness is open or shorted, Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 13,989

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jan 22, 2019

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Code P2631 Description

A resistor is installed in the Universal Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) connector for part to part variance. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) determines the value of this resistor by taking multiple measurements of the resistor during each ignition ON event. The PCM uses this value in order to compensate for the variance in the pumping current signal. The test fails if the PCM determines the resistance value is too high.

OBDII Code P2631 - Oxygen Sensor Pumping Current Trim Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 1 - AutoCodes.com — P2631 Code - Oxygen Sensor Pumping Current Trim Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 1

What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P2631?

Faulty Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S)
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) harness is open or shorted
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P2631?

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 is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P2631 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 Makes

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P2631 Lincoln — Oxygen Sensor Positive Current Trim Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 1
P2631 Mercury — Oxygen Sensor Positive Current Trim Circuit High Bank 2 Sensor 1

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