DTC P0135: O2 Heater Circuit (Bank 1, Sensor 1)

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION DTC P0135: O2 Heater Circuit (Bank 1, Sensor 1)
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P0135 - O2 HEATER CIRCUIT (BANK 1, SENSOR 1)

Description:  During testing the universal heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) heaters are checked for open and short circuits and excessive current draw. The test fails when the current draw exceeds a calibrated limit or an open or short circuit is detected.
Possible Causes: 
  • Short to VPWR in the harness or HO2S
  • Water in the harness connector
  • Open VPWR circuit
  • Open UO2SHTR circuit
  • Open GND circuit
  • Low battery voltage
  • Corrosion or incorrect harness connections
  • Damaged universal HO2S
Diagnostic Aids:  Inspect the connectors for signs of damage, water ingress, or corrosion.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DZ .
RENDER: 1.0x

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