DTC P0137. Saturn ION 2004

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2004 🢒 ION 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 2.0L (LSJ) 🢒 DTC P0137

Circuit Description

Heated oxygen sensors (HO2S) are used for fuel control and post catalyst monitoring. Each HO2S compares the oxygen content of the surrounding air with the oxygen content in the exhaust stream. The HO2S must reach operating temperature to provide an accurate voltage signal. Heating elements inside the HO2S minimize the time required for the sensors to reach operating temperature. The powertrain control module (PCM) supplies the HO2S with a reference, or bias, voltage of about 450 mV. When the engine is first started the PCM operates in open loop, ignoring the HO2S voltage signal. Once the HO2S reaches operating temperature and closed loop is achieved, the HO2S generates a voltage within a range of 0-1,000 mV that fluctuates above and below bias voltage. High HO2S voltage indicates a rich exhaust stream; low HO2S voltage indicates a lean exhaust stream. If the PCM detects an HO2S 2 voltage that stays below a specified value, DTC P0137 will set.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P0137 HO2S Circuit Low Voltage Bank 1 Sensor 2

Conditions for Running the DTC

Lean Test Enable

•	DTCs P0068, P0069, P0097, P0098, P0101, P0102, P0103, P0106, P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118, P0120, P0121, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0220, P0442, P0443, P0446, P0449, P0452, P0453, P0461, P0496, P1516, P1681, P2101, P2135, P2176 are not set.

•	The Loop Status parameter is closed.

•	The Ignition 1 Signal parameter is between 11-18 volts.

•	The Fuel Level Sensor parameter is more than 10 percent.

•	The Throttle Position (TP) Sensor parameter is between 15-50 percent.

•	The catalyst diagnostic is not active.

•	Traction control is not active.

•	The air/fuel ratio is between 14.5-14.8.

•	DTC P0137 runs the lean test continuously when the above conditions have been met for 2 seconds.

Power Enrichment Test Enable

•	DTCs P0068, P0069, P0097, P0098, P0101, P0102, P0103, P0106, P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118, P0120, P0121, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0220, P0442, P0443, P0446, P0449, P0452, P0453, P0461, P0496, P1516, P1681, P2101, P2135, P2176 are not set.

•	The Loop Status parameter is closed.

•	The Ignition 1 Signal parameter is between 11-18 volts.

•	The Fuel Level Sensor parameter is more than 10 percent.

•	The Engine Run Time parameter is more than 200 seconds.

•	The power enrichment mode is enabled.

•	The catalyst diagnostic is not active.

•	Traction control is not active.

•	DTC P0137 runs the power enrichment test continuously when the above conditions have been met for 2 seconds.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Lean Test

•	The PCM detects that the HO2S 2 Voltage parameter is less than 50 mV for 100 seconds.

•	DTC P0137 sets within 100 seconds during the lean test when the above condition is met.

Power Enrichment Test

•	The PCM detects that the HO2S 2 Voltage parameter is less than 700 mV for 100 seconds.

•	DTC P0137 sets within 100 seconds during the power enrichment test when the above condition is met.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails.

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The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the control module stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the control module records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The control module writes the operating conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

•	The control module turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail.

•	A current DTC, Last Test Failed, clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.

•	A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic.

•	Clear the MIL and the DTC with a scan tool.

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

If the voltage does not change more than the specified value, the condition is present.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views or Engine Controls Connector End Views

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls

Important: With the engine running, observe the Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 1 Voltage parameter with a scan tool. The voltage should vary from below 300 mV to above 600 mV. If the voltage is not varying, refer to DTC P0132 .

Start the engine.
Allow the engine to reach operating temperature. Refer to Scan Tool Data List .
Operate the engine at 1,500 RPM for 30 seconds.
While observing the HO2S 2 parameter with a scan tool, quickly cycle the throttle from closed throttle to wide open throttle (WOT), 3 times.

Did the HO2S 2 parameter change more than the specified value?

200 mV

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

Observe the Freeze Frame/Failure Records for this DTC.
Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
Start the engine.
Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records.

Did the DTC fail this ignition?

Go to Step 4

Go to Intermittent Conditions

Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the HO2S 2.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Observe the HO2S 2 parameter with a scan tool.

Is the HO2S 2 parameter less than the specified value?

100 mV

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

Observe the HO2S 2 parameter with a scan tool.

Is the HO2S 2 parameter more than the specified value?

800 mV

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

Test the HO2S 2 high signal circuit for a short to ground. Refer to the following in Wiring Systems:

•	Circuit Testing

•	Wiring Repairs

•	Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 9

Important: The sensor may be damaged if the circuit is shorted to a voltage source.

Test the HO2S 2 high signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to the following in Wiring Systems:

•	Circuit Testing

•	Wiring Repairs

•	Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 17

Measure the voltage from the low signal circuit of the HO2S 2 harness connector on the engine harness side to a good ground with a DMM. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Is the voltage more than the specified value?

2 V

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 11

Test the HO2S 2 high signal circuit for a short to the HO2S 2 low signal circuit. Refer to the following in Wiring Systems:

•	Circuit Testing

•	Wiring Repairs

•	Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 17

Test the HO2S 2 low signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to the following in Wiring Systems:

•	Circuit Testing

•	Wiring Repairs

•	Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 17

Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the high signal circuit of the HO2S 2 harness connector on the engine harness side and a good ground.
Observe the HO2S 2 parameter with a scan tool.

Is the HO2S 2 parameter less than the specified value?

100 mV

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 14

Remove the jumper wire from the previous step.
Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the high signal circuit of the HO2S 2 harness connector on the engine harness side and the low signal circuit of the HO2S 2 harness connector on the engine harness side.
Observe the HO2S 2 parameter with a scan tool.

Is the HO2S 2 parameter less than the specified value?

100 mV

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 13

Test the HO2S 2 low signal circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to the following in Wiring Systems:

•	Circuit Testing

•	Wiring Repairs

•	Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 17

Test the HO2S 2 high signal circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to the following in Wiring Systems:

•	Circuit Testing

•	Wiring Repairs

•	Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 17

The HO2S 2 may be detecting a lean exhaust condition or may be contaminated. Inspect for the following conditions:

Notice: Refer to Silicon Contamination of Heated Oxygen Sensors Notice in the Preface section.

•	A silicon contaminated HO2S 2

•	Any water intrusion into the HO2S 2 connector

•	An exhaust leak between the HO2S 2 and the engine

•	Any vacuum leaks

•	An incorrect fuel pressure--Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis .

•	Any lean fuel injectors--Refer to Fuel Injector Balance Test with Special Tool .

Repair any of the above or similar engine conditions as necessary.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 16

Test for shorted terminals and for poor connections at the HO2S 2. Refer to the following in Wiring Systems:

•	Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

•	Connector Repairs

•	Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 18

Test for shorted terminals and for poor connections at the powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to the following in Wiring Systems:

•	Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

•	Connector Repairs

•	Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 19

Notice: Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Resistance Learn Reset Notice in the Preface section.

Replace the HO2S 2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 20

Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 20

Clear the DTCs with a scan tool.
Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
Start the engine.
Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records.

Did the DTC fail this ignition?

Go to Step 2

Go to Step 21

Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool.

Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed?

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

System OK