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P0053 — O2 Sensor Heater Resistance (Bank 1 Sensor 1)

Upstream O2 sensor heater resistance is out of specification.

Severity: MediumRepair: $100-$300Difficulty: Easy

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Common symptoms of P0053

Common causes of P0053

Repair cost & difficulty

Typical cost to fix P0053: $100-$300 · Difficulty: Easy

Pro tip: Heater resistance out of spec usually means sensor is aging and needs replacement.

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Related trouble codes

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