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Diagnostic Test

  1. READ AND RECORD DTCS AND ENVIRONMENTAL DATA - ERASE DTCS AND CHECK FOR THE DTC TO RETURN 
    1. With the scan tool, read DTCs in all Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and record on the repair order.
    2. For future reference, with the scan tool, run and save a vehicle Scan Report and all related recorded data.
    3. With the scan tool, erase all DTCs.
    4. Turn the ignition off for a minimum of 10.0 seconds.
    5. Turn the ignition on.
    6. Using the When Monitored and Set Conditions above and recorded data, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
    7. With the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      • Got to 2

      No 

  2. CHECK THE O2 SENSOR 1/1 (K79) HEATER CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the O2 Sensor 1/1 harness connector.
    3. Disconnect the PCM C2 harness connector.
    4. Check for continuity between ground and the O2 Sensor 1/1 (K79) Heater Control circuit at the O2 Sensor 1/1 harness connector.

      Is there continuity between ground and the O2 Sensor 1/1 (K79) Heater Control circuit at the O2 Sensor 1/1 harness connector?

      Yes 

      • Repair the O2 Sensor 1/1 (K79) Heater Control circuit for a short to chassis ground or the O2 Sensor (Z909) Ground circuit.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      • Got to 3
  3. CHECK THE PCM HEATER CONTROL DRIVER FOR PROPER OPERATION 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Reconnect the PCM harness connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, actuate the O2 Sensor 1/1 control to the maximum allowable percentage.
    5. Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the O2 Sensor 1/1 (K79) Heater Control circuit at the O2 Sensor 1/1 harness connector.
      NOTE:

      The test light should be illuminated. The brightness will be dependent on the actuation percentage selected.

    6. With the scan tool, actuate the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 control to the OFF (0%) position.
    7. Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the O2 Sensor 1/1 (K79) Heater Control circuit at the O2 Sensor 1/1 harness connector.
      NOTE:

      The test light should not be illuminated.

      Does the test light illuminate with the actuator ON and not illuminate with the actuator OFF?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Got to 4
  4. CHECK RELATED PCM AND COMPONENT CONNECTIONS 
    1. Perform any Service Bulletins that apply.
    2. Disconnect all PCM harness connectors.
    3. Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
    4. Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
    5. Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
      • Proper connector installation.
      • Damaged connector locks.
      • Corrosion.
      • Other signs of water intrusion.
      • Weather seal damage (if equipped).
      • Bent terminals.
      • Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
      • Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
      • Check for spread terminals and verify proper terminal tension.

      Repair any conditions that are found.

    6. Reconnect all PCM harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    7. Reconnect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    8. Reconnect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    9. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    10. Test drive or operate the vehicle in accordance with the when monitored and set conditions.
    11. With the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      No 

      • The wiring or poor connection problem has been repaired.
      • Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .