Diagnostic Test

EXHAUST LEAK
NOTE: A thorough exhaust leak test must be completed before removing an O2 Sensor or any other part from the exhaust system. Do not remove any parts before an exhaust leak check has been completed.

NOTE: An exhaust leak may cause downstream fuel adaptives to rail out, resulting in a false 1/1 O2 Sensor failure
1. Perform the diagnostic procedure for CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR LEAKS. Refer to Non-DTC Diagnostics/Driveability - Gas - Diagnosis and Testing .
  Were any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Go to step 2
DTC IS ACTIVE
NOTE: Check for contaminants that may have damaged the O2 Sensor: contaminated fuel, unapproved silicone, oil and coolant.

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 hands near the pulleys, belts or fan. Do not wear loose clothing. Failure to follow these instructions may 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 3
  No
  - Perform the CHECKING FOR AN INTERMITTENT DTC diagnostic procedure. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
(K141) O2 1/2 SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE

Fig 1: Checking O2 Sensor Circuit
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1. Start the engine and allow it to idle.
2. Disconnect the Oxygen Sensor 1/2 harness connector.
3. Measure the voltage on the (K141) O2 1/2 Signal circuit in the Oxygen Sensor 1/2 harness connector.
  NOTE: Measure the voltage in reference to ground, not the (K904) O2 1/2 Return circuit.
  
  Is the voltage above 5.02 volts?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (K141) O2 1/2 Signal circuit for a short to voltage.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Go to step 4
(K904) O2 1/2 RETURN CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE

Fig 2: Checking O2 Sensor Circuit
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1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connector.
3. Turn the ignition on.
4. Measure the voltage on the (K904) O2 1/2 Return circuit in the Oxygen Sensor 1/2 harness connector.
  Is there any voltage present?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (K904) O2 1/2 Return circuit for a short to voltage.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Go to step 5
(K141) O2 1/2 SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND

Fig 3: Checking O2 Sensor Circuit
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1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Measure the resistance between ground and the (K141) O2 1/2 Signal circuit in the Oxygen Sensor 1/2 harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 100 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (K141) O2 1/2 Signal circuit for a short to ground.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Go to step 6
(K904) O2 1/2 RETURN CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND

Fig 4: Checking O2 Sensor Circuit
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1. Measure the resistance between ground and the (K904) O2 1/2 Return circuit in the Oxygen Sensor 1/2 harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 100 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (K904) O2 1/2 Return circuit for a short to ground.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Go to step 7
(K141) O2 1/2 SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE

Fig 5: Checking O2 Sensor Circuit
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NOTE: When checking circuits at the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), be careful not to damage or distort the connector terminals. Improper measurement technique could result in poor pin to terminal contact.
1. Measure the resistance of the (K141) O2 1/2 Signal circuit between the Oxygen Sensor 1/2 harness connector to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Go to step 8
  No
  - Repair the (K141) O2 1/2 Signal circuit for an open circuit or high resistance.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
(K904) O2 1/2 RETURN CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE

Fig 6: Checking O2 Sensor Circuit
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NOTE: When checking circuits at the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), be careful not to damage or distort the connector terminals. Improper measurement technique could result in poor pin to terminal contact.
1. Measure the resistance of the (K904) O2 1/2 Return circuit between the Oxygen Sensor 1/2 harness connector to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Go to step 9
  No
  - Repair the (K904) O2 1/2 Return circuit for an open circuit or high resistance.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
OXYGEN SENSOR 1/2
NOTE: Prior to replacing the O2 sensor, verify that the correct part number is being used in order to prevent improper O2 heater control.
1. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the Oxygen Sensor 1/2 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
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Replace the Oxygen Sensor 1/2 in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .