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Diagnostic Test

  1. DTC IS ACTIVE 
    NOTE: If an O2 sensor signal circuit is shorted to voltage, all O2 sensor voltage readings displayed on the scan tool will be approximately 5.0 volts. Diagnose the sensor that set the most current DTC.
    NOTE: After repairs have been completed, verify proper O2 Sensor operation. If all O2 Sensor voltage readings have not returned to normal, perform the diagnostic procedure for the remaining O2 Sensors.
    NOTE: It may be necessary to test drive the vehicle within the DTC monitoring conditions in order for this DTC to set.
    1. 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 hand near the pulleys, belts, or fan. Do not wear loose clothing. Failure to follow these instructions can result in possible serious or fatal injury.
    2. With a scan tool, select View DTCs.

      Is the status Active for this DTC?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  2

      No 

  2. CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR LEAKS 
    1. Perform the diagnostic procedure for CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR LEAKS .

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  3
  3. (K243) O2 2/2 SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE 
    Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Of O2 Sensor Signal Circuit In Oxygen Sensor Harness Connector
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    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the 2/2 Oxygen Sensor harness connector.
    3. Disconnect the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connector.
    4. Turn the ignition on.
    5. Measure the voltage of the (K243) O2 2/2 Signal circuit in the 2/2 Oxygen Sensor harness connector.
      NOTE: Measure the voltage in reference to ground, not the (K904) O2 Return (Down) circuit.

      Is there any voltage present?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  4
  4. (K904) O2 RETURN (DOWN) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE 
    Fig 2: Measuring Voltage Of O2 Sensor Return (Down) Circuit In Oxygen Sensor Harness Connector
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    1. Measure the voltage of the (K904) O2 Return (Down) circuit in the 2/2 Oxygen Sensor harness connector.

      Is there any voltage present?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  5
  5. (K243) O2 2/2 SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND 
    Fig 3: Measuring Resistance Between Ground And O2 Sensor Signal Circuit In Oxygen Sensor Harness Connector
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    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Measure the resistance between ground and the (K243) O2 2/2 Signal circuit in the 2/2 Oxygen Sensor harness connector.

      Is the resistance below 100 Ohms?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  6
  6. (K904) O2 RETURN (DOWN) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND 
    Fig 4: Measuring Resistance Between Ground And O2 Sensor Return (Down) Circuit In Oxygen Sensor Harness Connector
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    1. Measure the resistance between ground and the (K904) O2 Return (Down) circuit in the 2/2 Oxygen Sensor harness connector.

      Is the resistance below 100 Ohms?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  7
  7. (K243) O2 2/2 SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE 
    Fig 5: Measuring Resistance Of O2 Sensor Signal Circuit Between Oxygen Sensor Harness Connector And Appropriate Terminal Of PCM Pinout Box 8815
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    CAUTION: Do not probe the PCM harness connectors. Probing the PCM harness connectors will damage the PCM terminals, resulting in poor terminal to pin connection. Install the PCM Pinout Box 8815 to perform diagnosis.
    1. Measure the resistance of the (K243) O2 2/2 Signal circuit between the 2/2 Oxygen Sensor harness connector and the appropriate terminal of PCM Pinout Box 8815.

      Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  8

      No 

  8. (K904) O2 RETURN (DOWN) CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE 
    Fig 6: Measuring Resistance Of O2 Return (Down) Circuit Between Oxygen Sensor Harness Connector And Appropriate Terminal Of PCM Pinout Box 8815
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    1. Measure the resistance of the (K904) O2 Return (Down) circuit between the 2/2 Oxygen Sensor harness connector and the appropriate terminal of PCM Pinout Box 8815.

      Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  9

      No 

  9. 2/2 OXYGEN SENSOR 
    NOTE: Check for signs of contaminants that may have damaged the O2 Sensor, such as contaminated fuel, unapproved silicone, oil and coolant.
    1. 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).
    2. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
    3. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
    4. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      No