Circuit Description
To provide the best possible combination of driveability, fuel economy, and emission control, a closed loop air/fuel metering system is used. When the vehicle is first started, the PCM controls fuel delivery in open loop, ignoring the HO2S signals and calculating air/fuel ratio based on inputs from the engine coolant temperature, throttle position, and mass air flow sensors. The PCM will begin using the HO2S 1 signal for controlling fuel delivery (Closed Loop). when the following conditions have been met:
| • | The HO2S output signal is varying, indicating that the sensor is hot enough to operate properly. |
| • | The Engine Coolant Temperature sensor indicates coolant temperature above 21°C (70°F). |
| • | Time since start-up is at least 15 seconds for a warm engine or 90 seconds for a cold engine. |
The PCM monitors the amount of time for the cooling system to achieve closed loop operating temperature. This diagnostic is broken into three temperature regions. The diagnostic uses the ECT and IAT Sensors to determine which region to operate in. The time to achieve closed loop temperature is monitored. A time based decision is made depending on the temperature region. The diagnostic will monitor the following conditions prior to setting the DTC:
| • | Total airflow must exceed a calibrated amount. |
| • | Engine idle time must be less than a calibrated amount. |
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | No active IAT or ECT Sensor DTCs present. |
| • | Minimum air temperature is greater than -7°C (19°F). |
| • | Start-up engine coolant temperature is below 50°C (122°F). |
| • | Region 1--air temperature above 10°C (50°F) and the start up coolant temperature above 10°C (50°F) . |
| • | Region 2--air temperature above -7°C (20°F) and the start up coolant temperature between -7°C (20°F) and 10°C (50°F). |
| • | Region 3--air temperature above -7°C (20°F) and the start up coolant temperature between -40°C (-40°F) and -7°C (20°F). |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
Region 1:
| • | Engine run time over 127 seconds to achieve closed loop temperature of 21°C (70°F). |
| • | Calibrated minimum amount of total airflow has been exceeded. |
| • | Maximum idle time less than 95 seconds. |
Region 2:
| • | Engine run time over 280 seconds to achieve closed loop temperature of 21°C (70°F). |
| • | Calibrated minimum amount of total airflow has been exceeded. |
| • | Maximum idle time less than 210 seconds. |
Region 3:
| • | Engine run time over 439 seconds to achieve closed loop temperature of 21°C (70°F). |
| • | Calibrated minimum amount of total airflow has been exceeded. |
| • | Maximum idle time less than 329 seconds. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the PCM stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the PCM records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. |
| • | The PCM writes the conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records. |
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
DTC P0125 set indicates a skewed ECT sensor. Comparing the engine coolant temperature displayed on a scan tool with actual coolant temperature measured with a thermometer may isolate this condition. If the displayed engine coolant temperature is not close to the actual coolant temperature, replace the ECT sensor. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement .
Check for the following conditions:
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.
| • | Poor terminal connection. |
| Inspect the harness connectors for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, and faulty terminal to wire connection. Use a corresponding mating terminal to test for proper tension. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis , and Connector Repairs Wiring Systems. |
| • | Damaged harness. |
| Inspect the wiring harness for damage. If the harness appears to be OK, observe the sensor display on the scan tool while moving connectors and wiring harnesses related to the sensor. A change in the sensor display may indicate the location of the fault. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. |
| • | Inspect the PCM and the engine grounds for clean and secure connections. |
If the DTC is determined to be intermittent, reviewing the Fail Records can be useful in determining when the DTC was last set.
Test Description
The number below refers to the step number on the Diagnostic Table:
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Was the Powertrain on Board Diagnostic Test performed? | -- | ||
Does Eng. Cool. Temp. increase to above the specified value within 9 minutes? | 21°C (70°F). | Go to Diagnostic Aids | ||
3 | Are any ECT sensor DTCs set? | -- | Go to applicable DTC | |
4 |
Are the cooling fans off. | -- | ||
5 | Test the cooling system coolant level. Is the coolant level OK? | -- | ||
6 | Test for proper operation of the thermostat. Refer to Thermostat Diagnosis . Is the thermostat operating correctly? | -- | ||
7 | Compare Engine Coolant Temperature displayed on the scan tool to the actual coolant temperature measured with a thermometer. Is the scan tool Engine Coolant Temperature indication close to the measured temperature? | -- | ||
8 |
Was a problem found? | -- | ||
9 | Repair condition as necessary. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
10 | Replace the faulty terminal(s) or repair faulty wiring as necessary. Refer to Testing for Continuity , Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis , Repairing Connector Terminals , Connector Repairs , and Wiring Repairs . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
11 | Replace ECT sensor. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
12 |
Does Engine Coolant Temperature increase to above the specified value within 9 minutes? | 21°C (70°F) | System OK |
