Diagnostic Test

1) DTC IS ACTIVE
Start the engine and allow it to reach operating temperature.

WARNING: When the engine is operating, do not stand in direct line with the fan. Do not put your hands near the pulleys, belts, or fan. Do not wear loose clothing. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury or death.

NOTE: It may be necessary to test drive the vehicle within the DTC monitoring conditions in order for this DTC to set.

With a scan tool, select View DTCs.

Is the status Active for this DTC?

Yes
1. Go to step 2).
No
1. Refer to *CHECKING FOR AN INTERMITTENT DTC .
2) CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
Perform the diagnostic procedure for *CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR LEAKS .

Were any problems found?

Yes
1. Repair as necessary.
2. Perform *PCM VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Go to step 3).
3) CHECKING THE OXYGEN SENSOR OPERATION
NOTE: Check for signs of contaminants that may have damaged the O2 Sensor, such as contaminated fuel, unapproved silicone, oil and coolant.

Perform the diagnostic procedure for *CHECKING THE OXYGEN SENSOR OPERATION .

Were any problems found?

Yes
1. Repair as necessary.
2. Perform *PCM VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Go to step 4).
4) POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the 2/2 Oxygen Sensor and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.

Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.

Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.

Were any problems found?

Yes
1. Repair as necessary.
2. Perform *PCM VERIFICATION TEST .
No
1. Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in accordance with the Service Information.
2. Perform *PCM VERIFICATION TEST .