P0051 on 2000 Mazda MPV

I just purchased a 2000 Mazda MPV, 51000 miles, California 2.5L engine. The engine light came on about 2 weeks weeks after I got it. The trouble code is P0051 - HO2S BANK 2 SENSOR 1 HEATER CIRCUIT LOW.

Is this an oxygen sensor? Does it need replacing? Where is it located on my vehicle?

Thanks!
Denny

The code refers to you oxygen sensor's heater circuit. From the definition there's a problem with the circuit somewhere. Usually replacing the O2 sensor fixes it, but you'll want to check visually the connector for damage and you may evenwant to check for voltage at the connector with Key on Engine off.

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Do you know where this sensor is located on my engine?

-Denny

Your Bank 2 refers to the bank of cylinders 2-4-6.(Bank 1 refers to 1-3-5) Bank 2 should be toward the front of the car. Now sensor 1 means the pre-catalyst sensor. Simply follow your exhaust pipe downwards until you reach the O2 sensor screwed into your exhaust pipe. It should only be a few inches away from the exhaust manifold.

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