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2.0L & 2.8L

NOTE: Also, perform testing under any Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) related DTCs in appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article.
  1. Ensure base settings for ignition and idle are okay. Ensure exhaust system is not leaking between catalytic converter and cylinder head. Ensure voltage supply for oxygen sensor heater is okay.
  2. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) located below A/C-heater control panel. See TESTS W/CODES - GASOLINE article. With scan tool in READ MEASURING VALUE BLOCK function, ensure coolant temperature is greater than 176°F (80°C), as displayed in field No. 2 of scan tool.
  3. Allow engine to run for 2 minutes at idle, then read oxygen sensor factor (signal) in field No. 3 of scan tool. Display value must fluctuate. If value in display field No. 3 does not fluctuate, briefly accelerate engine and repeat test.
  4. If oxygen sensor value does not change even during acceleration, disconnect engine coolant temperature sensor. Erase DTC memory. Disconnect oxygen sensor wiring harness connector.
  5. Ground oxygen sensor wiring harness connector terminal No. 4. See Fig 1 . Value in display field No. 3 must increase. If value increases, replace oxygen sensor. If value does not change, repair circuit or replace ECM as necessary. After repairs, erase DTC memory and select END OUTPUT function.
Fig 1: Testing Oxygen Sensor Control Circuit
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