P0044 Code - HO2S Heater Control Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 3
Quick Answer
Oxygen Sensors (O2S) or Heated Oxygen Sensors (HO2S) need to reach a minimum operating temperature of 750 degrees F to produce an accurate voltage signal. Common causes include Faulty Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3, Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3 harness is open shorted, Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3 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
- P0044 indicates HO2S Heater Control Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 3.
- Common causes
- Common causes include Faulty Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3, Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3 harness is open shorted, Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3 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.
Code P0044 Description
In order to achieve the require temperature, a heater element is included inside the heated oxygen sensor. The ECM controls the heated oxygen sensor heater element based on signals from the engine coolant temperature and engine load. The ECM controls the heater element circuit by allowing current flow to ground.
The ECM monitors the voltage signal received through the heater element circuit and determines the state of the circuit by comparing the voltage detected with the factory specifications.
What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0044?
- Faulty Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3
- Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3 harness is open shorted
- Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3 circuit poor electrical connection
- Heated Oxygen Sensor (H2OS) Bank 1 Sensor 3 fuse
- Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)
How to Fix the DTC P0044?
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 P0044 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
- P0044 Audi — HO2S Heater Control Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 3
- P0044 Infiniti — Heated Oxygen Sensor 3 Heater Control Circuit Low
- P0044 Lexus — Heated Oxygen Sensor 3 Heater Control Circuit Low
- P0044 Mazda — HO2S Heater Control Circuit High 12
- P0044 Mitsubishi — HO2S Heater Control Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 3
- P0044 Nissan — Heated Oxygen Sensor 3 Heater Control Circuit Low
- P0044 Subaru — HO2S13 Heater Control Circuit High
- P0044 Toyota — Heated Oxygen Sensor 3 Heater Control Circuit Low
- P0044 Volkswagen — HO2S Heater Control Circuit High Bank 1 Sensor 3
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