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 P0137: HO2S Circuit Low Voltage Sensor 2DTC P0138: HO2S Circuit High Voltage Sensor 2
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HO2S Sensor 1 Signal | P0131 | P0131 | P0132 | P0133 |
HO2S Sensor 2 Signal | P0137 | P0137 | P0138 | P0140 |
Low Reference | -- | P0131, P0137 | P0132, P0138 | -- |
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. | |||
Sensor Signal | 0-60 mV | 400-415 mV | 5000 mV |
Low Reference | -- | 400-415 mV | 5000 mV¹ |
¹ Internal ECM damage may occur if the circuit is shorted to B+ | |||
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
Closed Loop Test
| • | DTCs P0106, P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0141, P0171, P0172, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0300, P0336, P0337, P0351, P0352, P0401, P0402, P0404, P0405, P0406, P0443, P0506, P0507, and P1404 are not set. |
| • | The engine coolant temperature is more than 60°C (140°F). |
| • | The ignition 1 voltage is more than 10 volts. |
| • | The calculated airflow is more than 9 g/s. |
| • | The fuel system is in closed loop. |
| • | The DTCs run continuously once the above conditions are met for 3 seconds. |
Power Enrichment Test
| • | DTCs P0106, P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0141, P0171, P0172, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0300, P0336, P0337, P0351, P0352, P0401, P0402, P0404, P0405, P0406, P0443, P0502, P0506, P0507, and P1404 are not set. |
| • | The engine coolant temperature is more than 60°C (140°F). |
| • | The ignition 1 voltage is more than 10 volts. |
| • | The air fuel ratio is less than or equal to 13.5:1. |
| • | The DTCs run continuously once the above conditions are met for 3 seconds. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
Closed Loop Test
| • | The ECM detects that the HO2S 2 voltage is less than 52 mV for more than 4 minutes. |
| • | The ECM detects that the HO2S 2 voltage is more than 952 mV for more than 4 minutes. |
Power Enrichment Test
| • | The ECM detects that the HO2S 2 voltage is less than 35 mV during power enrichment for more than 11 seconds. |
| • | The ECM detects that the HO2S 2 voltage is more than 550 mV during deceleration for more than 11 seconds. |
Action Taken when the DTC Sets
DTCs P0137 and P0138 are Type B DTCs.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTCs P0137 and P0138 are Type B DTCs.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Connector End View Reference
Electrical Information Reference
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Circuit/System Verification
Engine running, observe the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) voltage parameter. The reading should fluctuate above and below the range of 350-550 mV.
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector of the HO2S sensor 2.
- Ignition ON, verify that the HO2S parameter is between 350-500 mV.
- Connect a test lamp between the low reference circuit of the HO2S sensor and the positive terminal of the battery.
- Ignition ON, test for less than 0.1 volts between the low reference circuit of the HO2S sensor and the negative terminal of the battery.
- Install a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the low reference circuit of the HO2S sensor and verify the HO2S sensor parameter is less than 60 mV.
- Verify that the following conditions do not exist:
- If all circuits/connections test normal, replace the HO2S sensor.
| ⇒ | If less than 350 mV, test the signal circuit of the HO2S sensor for a short to ground. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the engine control module (ECM). |
| ⇒ | If greater than 500 mV, test the signal circuit of the HO2S sensor for a short to voltage. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the engine control module (ECM). |
Important: The test lamp is used to load the circuit and may not illuminate.
| ⇒ | If greater than 0.1 volts, test the low reference circuit of the HO2S for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the ECM. |
| ⇒ | If greater than 60 mV, test the signal circuit of the HO2S sensor for an open/high resistance. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the ECM. |
| • | Lean fuel injectors--Refer to Fuel Injector Balance Test with Special Tool . |
| • | Low fuel system pressure--Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis . |
| • | Fuel that is contaminated--Refer to Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis . |
| • | 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 engine control module replacement, setup, and programming.
