Circuit Description
The PCM supplies a bias voltage of about 450 mV between the HO2S signal and low circuits. When measured with a DMM, this may display as low as 320 mV. The oxygen sensor varies the voltage within a range of about 1000 mV when the exhaust is rich, down through about 10 mV when exhaust is lean. The PCM constantly monitors the HO2S signal during closed loop operation and compensates for a rich or lean condition by decreasing or increasing injector pulse width as necessary. If the HO2S voltage remains at or near the 450 mV bias for an extended period of time, this DTC will be set, indicating an open sensor signal or sensor low circuit.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | No Misfire, CKP, Fuel injector, MAF, TP, EVAP, IAT, MAP, Fuel trim, EGR or ECT DTCs are present. |
| • | Engine has been running for longer than 4 minutes. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
HO2S signal voltage remains between 400 mV and 500 mV.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the second consecutive trip in which the diagnostic test has been run and failed. |
| • | The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Freeze Frame/Failure Records data. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The PCM will turn OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the third consecutive trip in which the diagnostic has run and passed. |
| • | The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction. |
| • | The DTC can be cleared by using a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
Inspect for the following:
Faulty HO2S heater or heater circuit -- With the ignition ON the HO2S voltage displayed on a scan tool should gradually drop to less than 250 mV or rise to more than 600 mV. If not, disconnect the HO2S and connect a test lamp between the HO2S ignition feed and heater ground circuits. If the test lamp does not illuminate, repair the open ignition feed or sensor ground circuit as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. If the test lamp illuminates and the HO2S signal and low circuits are OK, replace the HO2S.
Many situations may lead to an intermittent condition. Perform each inspection or test as directed.
Important: : Remove any debris from the connector surfaces before servicing a component. Inspect the connector gaskets when diagnosing or replacing a component. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminate intrusion.
| • | Loose terminal connection |
| - | Use a corresponding mating terminal to test for proper tension. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections , and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems for diagnosis and repair. |
| - | Inspect the harness connectors for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and faulty terminal to wire connection. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections , and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems for diagnosis and repair. |
| • | Damaged harness--Inspect the wiring harness for damage. If the harness inspection does not reveal a problem, observe the display on the scan tool while moving connectors and wiring harnesses related to the sensor. A change in the scan tool display may indicate the location of the fault. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems for diagnosis and repair. |
| • | Inspect the powertrain control module (PCM) and the engine grounds for clean and secure connections. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems for diagnosis and repair. |
If the condition is determined to be intermittent, reviewing the Snapshot or Freeze Frame/Failure Records may be useful in determining when the DTC or condition was identified.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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When the system is operating correctly the HO2S voltage should toggle above and below the specified values.
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If the low circuit is shorted to ground the HO2S voltage will be less than 400 mV when the signal circuit is jumped to ground.
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The specified value is what is measured on a correctly operating system.
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The specified value is what is measured on a correctly operating system.
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This vehicle is equipped with a PCM which utilizes an Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM). When the PCM is replaced, the new PCM must be programmed.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No | ||||||
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1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check? | -- | ||||||||
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Important: If any other DTCs are set, except HO2S DTCs, refer to the other DTCs first before proceeding.
Does scan tool indicate HO2S voltage varying outside the specified values? | 400-500 mV | |||||||||
3 | Operate the vehicle within Failure Records conditions. Does the scan tool indicate this DTC failed this ignition? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Aids | |||||||
4 | Inspect and test for the following:
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
Does the scan tool indicate HO2S voltage more than the specified value? | 400 mV | |||||||||
Does the voltage measure near the specified value? | 4.5 V | |||||||||
Measure the voltage on the HO2S low circuit, located on the PCM side, using a DMM that is connected to a good ground. Does the voltage measure near the specified value? | 5 V | |||||||||
8 | Test the low circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
9 | Test the signal circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
10 | Test the low circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
11 | Test for poor connections at the HO2S. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
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Important: Determine the cause of contamination before replacing the sensor. Inspect and test for the following:
Replace the affected HO2S sensor. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |||||||
13 | Test for poor connections at the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||||
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Important: The replacement PCM must be programmed. Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | ||||||||
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Does the DTC reset? | -- | ||||||||
16 | Use the scan tool in order to check for DTCs. Does the scan tool indicate any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | -- | Go to applicable DTC | System OK |
