C3226 Diagnostic Trouble Code

C3226 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic C-Chassis Diagnostic Trouble Code.

It is considered generic because it applies to all makes and models of vehicles, although specific repair steps may be different depending on your car model.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a C3226 diagnostic trouble code may include:

Hesitation upon acceleration
Excessive exhaust leak
Rich or lean exhaust
If the DPF is not cleared the ECU will revert to the "Limp Home Mode" until the situation is corrected

Possible Causes :

A large air leak at or near the number one oxygen sensor would also cause a lean mixture.
Faulty IMRC actuator relay (if equipped)
Some aftermarket accessories and performance modifications

Repair Processes :

You might continue by connecting the scanner to the vehicle diagnostic connector and retrieving all stored codes and freeze frame data. Look for missing ground strap or a rusty ground where the fuel tank is grounded to the frame. Check for damage to the wiring harness connector. Look at the plug wires to make sure they are not burnt or laying on the exhaust.

Process Tips

Diagnostic trouble code C3226 is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.

Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before C3226.

Fortunately, C3226 is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.

C3226 Trouble Code For Specific Cars

C3226 Toyota Denso O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response (Bank 2 Sensor 3)
C3226 Chevrolet Deluxe Driver's / Passenger's Door Ajar Output Circuit Failure
C3226 Talbot Solara Mirror Passenger Left Circuit Short To Ground
C3226 Citroen Sm Fuel Pump Secondary Circuit Malfunction
C3226 Zastava 2101
C3226 Audi Q7 ASM Control Circuit High
C3226 Kia Cerato Seat Recline Motor Position Out of Range