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Information only. This page provides general educational information about fault code P1118. We do not assess the urgency or safety implications of any specific fault. That requires in-person diagnosis by a qualified mechanic. Full terms.

Recommended next steps

Whether a fault is urgent, drivable, or routine depends entirely on the cause on a specific vehicle, and that can only be determined by a qualified mechanic with diagnostic equipment. If a warning light is illuminated, the most reliable next step is professional diagnosis.

What does P1118 mean?

P1118 is a Powertrain (engine, transmission, fuel system) fault code. It indicates: O2 Sensor Heater Circ. (Bank 1-Sensor2) Open.

Manufacturer-specific notes

Some manufacturers publish additional definitions or variations for this code. Always cross-check with your vehicle's own service documentation.

Audi O2 Sensor Heater Circ. (Bank 1-Sensor2) Open
Chrysler Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
Dodge Electronic Throttle Control System Motor Current Performance - Bank 2
Ford Manifold Air Temperature Sensor Low Input
Hyundai Electronic Throttle System Motor Circuit Malfunction
Jaguar Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
Jeep Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
Kia Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
Land Rover Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
Lexus Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
Mazda Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
RAM Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
SEAT Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
Skoda Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
Toyota Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System
Volkswagen O2 Sensor Heater Circ. (Bank 1-Sensor2) Open
Volvo Coolant Temperature Sensor Circuit High For Coolant Heat Storage System

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What we know about P1118 specifically

We record the SAE J2012 standardised definition and the system this code belongs to, but we have not yet published detailed driver-reported symptoms, common causes, or step-by-step diagnostic guidance for P1118.

Rather than invent that information by generating generic content from a template, we leave it out. For specific guidance, the most reliable sources are:

  • your vehicle's own service manual or manufacturer-specific technical bulletins
  • a qualified mechanic with a manufacturer-level diagnostic tool
  • a marque specialist familiar with your make and model

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