Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptors
DTC P0134: HO2S Circuit Insufficient Activity Sensor 1DTC P0140: HO2S Circuit Insufficient Activity Sensor 2
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HO2S 1 Signal | P0131, P0137 | P0134, P0140 | P0132, P0138 | P0133, P1133, P1134 |
Low Reference | -- | P0134, P0140 | P0132, P0138 | P0133, P1133, P1134 |
Typical Scan Tool Data
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open | Short to Voltage |
|---|---|---|---|
Operating Conditions: Engine operating in Closed Loop. Parameter Normal Range: Fluctuates above and below 350-500 mV. | |||
HO2S Signal | 0 mV | 400-415 mV | 1000 mV |
Low Reference | -- | 400-415 mV | 1000 mV |
Circuit Description
The heated oxygen sensors (HO2S) are used for fuel control and catalyst monitoring. Each HO2S compares the oxygen content of the surrounding air with the oxygen content of the exhaust stream. When the engine is started, the control module operates in an Open Loop mode, ignoring the HO2S signal voltage while calculating the air-to-fuel ratio. The control module supplies the HO2S with a reference, or bias voltage of about 450 mV. While the engine runs, the HO2S heats up and begins to generate a voltage within a range of 0-1,000 mV. This voltage will fluctuate above and below the bias voltage. Once sufficient HO2S voltage fluctuation is observed by the control module, Closed Loop is entered. The control module uses the HO2S voltage to determine the air-to-fuel ratio. An HO2S voltage that increases above bias voltage toward 1,000 mV indicates a rich fuel mixture. An HO2S voltage that decreases below bias voltage toward 0 mV indicates a lean fuel mixture.
The heating elements inside each HO2S heat the sensor to bring the sensor up to operating conditions faster. This allows the system to enter Closed Loop earlier and the control module to calculate the air-to-fuel ratio sooner.
The HO2S utilizes the following circuits:
| • | A signal circuit |
| • | A low reference circuit |
| • | An ignition 1 voltage circuit |
| • | A heater control circuit |
Conditions for Running the DTC
P0134
| • | DTCs P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0171, P0172, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0300, P0335, P0336, P0351, P0352, P0401, P0402, P0404, P0405, P0406, P042E, P0443, P0502, P0506, and P0507 are not set. |
| • | The startup engine coolant temperature is greater than 60°C (140°F). |
| • | The ignition 1 voltage is greater than 10 volts. |
| • | The engine airflow is greater than 9 g/s. |
| • | The DTC runs continuously when the above conditions are met for 3 seconds after exiting decel fuel cut off (DFCO). |
P0140
| • | DTCs P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0141, P0171, P0172, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0300, P0336, P0337, P0351, P0352, P0401, P0402, P0404, P0405, P0406, P042E, P0443, P0502, P0506, and P0507 are not set. |
| • | The startup engine coolant temperature is greater than 60°C (140°F). |
| • | The ignition 1 voltage is greater than 10 volts. |
| • | The engine airflow is greater than 9 g/s. |
| • | The engine has been running for greater than 1 minute. |
| • | The fuel system is in closed loop. |
| • | The DTC runs continuously when the above conditions are met for 3 seconds after exiting DFCO. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
P0134
The ECM detects that the HO2S 1 voltage is stuck between 300 and 600 mV.
P0140
The ECM detects that the HO2S 2 voltage is stuck between 422 and 478 mV.
Action Taken when the DTC Sets
DTC P0134 is a Type A DTC. DTC P0140 is a Type B DTC.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTC P0134 is a Type A DTC. DTC P0140 is a Type B DTC.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Connector End View Reference
Electrical Information Reference
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
- Engine running, observe the appropriate scan tool heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) voltage parameter. The reading should fluctuate above and below the range of 350-550 mV.
- Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC to verify the DTC does not reset. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate HO2S.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 ohms of resistance between the low reference circuit and ground.
- Ignition ON, verify the appropriate scan tool HO2S parameter is between 350-500 mV.
- Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the low reference circuit. Verify the appropriate scan tool HO2S parameter is less than 60 mV.
- Verify none of the following conditions exist:
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the appropriate HO2S.
| • | HO2S 1 low reference circuit terminal 3 |
| • | HO2S 2 low reference circuit terminal 3 |
| • | HO2S 2 (Mexico, Japan) low reference circuit terminal 4 |
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM. |
| ⇒ | If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM. |
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM. |
| • | HO2S 1 signal circuit terminal 1 |
| • | HO2S 2 low reference circuit terminal 1 |
| • | HO2S 2 (Mexico, Japan) low reference circuit terminal 2 |
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM. |
| • | Lean or rich fuel injectors--Refer to Fuel Injector Balance Test with Special Tool. |
| • | Water intrusion in the HO2S harness connector |
| • | Low or high fuel system pressure--Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis. |
| • | Fuel that is contaminated--Refer to Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis. |
| • | Fuel saturation of the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister |
| • | Exhaust leaks near the HO2S |
| • | Engine vacuum leaks |
| ⇒ | If you find any of the above conditions, repair as necessary. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
| • | Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming |
