AutoCodes – Generic – P1182

P1182 Code - Linear Oxygen Sensor Reference Voltage Short To Ground

Quick Answer

P1182 indicates Linear Oxygen Sensor Reference Voltage Short To Ground. Common causes include Faulty O2 Sensor, O2 Sensor harness is open or shorted, O2 Sensor 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: P1182 indicates Linear Oxygen Sensor Reference Voltage Short To Ground.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty O2 Sensor, O2 Sensor harness is open or shorted, O2 Sensor 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 18,109

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on May 16, 2019

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Code P1182 Description

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1182?

Faulty O2 Sensor
O2 Sensor harness is open or shorted
O2 Sensor circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P1182?

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 P1182 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

P1182 Audi — Linear Oxygen Sensor Reference Voltage Short To Ground
P1182 BMW — O2 Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 2 Open Circuit During Coast Down Fuel Cut-off
P1182 Honda — Fuel Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Voltage
P1182 Hyundai — Fuel Pressure Regulator Short
P1182 MINI — O2 Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 2 Open Circuit During Coast Down Fuel Cut-off
P1182 Saturn — Supercharger Inlet Pressure Sensor Performance
P1182 Volkswagen — Linear Oxygen Sensor Reference Voltage Short To Ground

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