Can anyone tell me what P2626 engine code means on a Kia?

Tiny
GDANIELE88
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My car threw a p2626 engine code and I'm not sure what it is
Friday, April 13th, 2012 AT 9:37 PM

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Tiny
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You have a problem with an oxygen sensor-P2626 Heated oxygen sensor 1, bank 1, open circuit
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Friday, April 13th, 2012 AT 9:46 PM
Tiny
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So I should just replace the front sensor that I can see when I lift the hood?
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Friday, April 13th, 2012 AT 9:53 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Hey Gdaniele88,

You have a problem with an oxygen sensor P2626 Heated oxygen sensor 1, bank 1 so the sensor needs to be replaced, here is a guide that will show you how to do it yourself.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-oxygen-sensor

Here is the location it is the first sensor on bank one which is where #1 cylinder lives.

Here are some diagrams that have giving us on the sensor location.

Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken

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Tuesday, December 6th, 2016 AT 4:57 PM

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