Circuit Description
In order to control emissions, a catalytic converter converts any harmful exhaust emissions into harmless water vapor and carbon dioxide.
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has the capability to monitor this process by using a rear heated oxygen sensor (HO2S 2). The HO2S 2 , located in the exhaust stream past the catalytic converter, produces an output signal which indicates the storage capacity of the catalyst. This in turn indicates the catalysts ability to convert the exhaust emissions effectively. If the catalyst is functioning properly, the HO2S 2 signal will be far less active than the signal produced by the front oxygen sensor (O2S 1).
Replace the entire HO2S 2 assembly (Do not attempt to repair the HO2S 2) if the following conditions exist:
| • | Damaged wiring |
| • | Damaged electrical connector |
| • | Damaged terminals |
Obstruction of the air reference and degrade HO2S 2 performance could result in any attempt to repair the above conditions.
The HO2S 2 must have a clean air reference in order for the HO2S 2 to function properly. This clean air reference is obtained by way of the HO2S 2 wires.
Conditions for Running the DTC
None of the following DTCs set: P0105, P0107, P0108, P0112, P0113, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0171, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0300, P0335, P0440, P0442, P0446, P0506, P0507, P0601, P0602 and P1441.
| • | Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) less than 45°C (113°F). |
| • | Intake Air Temperature (IAT) less than 45°C (113°F). |
| • | Difference between ECT and IAT is less than 7°C (13°F). |
| • | Throttle Position (TP) is less than 18 percent. |
| • | Engine run time is less than 400 seconds. |
| • | Average air flow is less than 20 (g/sec). |
| • | Battery voltage between 11.6 and 16V. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
HO2S 2 voltage increases less than 150 mV in a certain number of seconds based on airflow (g/sec).
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will illuminate after two consecutive ignition cycles in which the diagnostic runs with the malfunction present. |
| • | The PCM will record the operating conditions at the time that the diagnostic fails. This information will store in the Freeze Frame and Failure Records buffers. |
| • | A history DTC stores. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The MIL will turn OFF after three consecutive ignition cycles in which the diagnostic runs without a fault. |
| • | A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles without a fault. |
| • | Use a scan tool to clear the DTCs. |
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent could be the result of the following conditions:
| • | Poor electrical connection |
| • | Moisture in the connector/wiring |
| • | Rubbed through wire insulation |
| • | Broken wire inside of the insulation |
Check for a poor electrical connection or a damaged harness. Inspect the harness electrical connectors for the following conditions:
| • | Improper mating |
| • | Broken locks |
| • | Improperly formed electrical connectors |
| • | Damaged terminals |
| • | A poor terminal to wire connection |
| • | A damaged harness |
Obstruction of the air reference and degrade HO2S 2 performance could result in any attempt to repair the HO2S harness or connector.
The HO2S 2 must have a clean air reference in order for the HO2S 2 to function properly. This clean air reference is obtained by way of the HO2S 2 wires.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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The Powertrain OBD System Check prompts you to complete some of the basic checks and to store the freeze frame and failure records data on the scan tool if applicable. This creates an electronic copy of the data captured when the malfunction occurred. The scan tool stores this data for later reference.
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This step determines if DTC P0141 is the result of a hard malfunction or an intermittent condition. With the ignition switch ON and the engine OFF, the HO2S 2 voltage displayed on the scan tool should change within several minutes towards 0 or 1 volt, indicating that the heater is working properly.
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Probing terminal D of the HO2S 2 electrical connector verifies if the voltage is available to the HO2S 2 heater.
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If the voltage is available at the electrical connector, then the connector becomes a good voltage source to check for a ground at terminal C.
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This step determines if the voltage is not available at the HO2S 2 due to an open O2 fuse or open ignition feed circuit. If the fuse is open, determine if the open fuse was due to a short in the ignition feed circuit or shorted H02S 2 before replacing the fuse.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No | ||||
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Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check? | -- | |||||||
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Important: The HO2S must be cool before proceeding with diagnosis. The Ignition must remain OFF for at least one half hour before proceeding with diagnosis.
Does the HO2S voltage increase or decrease from the initial voltage by at least the value specified? | 150 mV | |||||||
Does the test lamp illuminate? | -- | |||||||
Connect a test lamp between the following circuits (PCM side) of the HO2S 2 electrical connector.
Does the test lamp illuminate? | -- | |||||||
Inspect the O2 HTR fuse in the fuse block. Is the O2 HTR fuse open? | -- | |||||||
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Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||
7 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||
8 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||
9 |
Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | ||||||
10 |
Did you complete the replacement? | -- | -- | |||||
11 | Repair the open in the ground circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. did you complete the repair? | -- | -- | |||||
12 | Repair the open in the ignition feed circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you complete the repair? | -- | -- | |||||
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Does the DTC reset? | -- | System OK |
