P0153
CIRCUIT OPERATION
- A voltage corresponding to the oxygen concentration in the exhaust gas is sent to the ECM (terminal 71)
- Terminal 2 of the left bank heated oxygen sensor (front) is grounded with ECM (terminal 49)
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
- The left bank heated oxygen sensor (front) detects the concentration of oxygen in the exhaust gas; it converts that data to voltage, and sends it to the ECM
- When the left bank heated oxygen sensor (front) begins to deteriorate, the heated oxygen sensor signal response deteriorates also.
- The ECM
DTC SET CONDITIONS
Check Conditions
- Engine coolant temperature is higher than 50 °C (176 °F).
- Engine speed is at between 1,250 and 3,000 r/min.
- Volumetric efficiency is at between 20 and 60 percent.
- Intake air temperature is higher than -10 °C (14 °F).
- Barometric pressure is higher than 76 kPa (11 psi).
- Under the closed loop air/fuel control.
Judgment Criteria
- The left bank heated oxygen sensor (front) sends "lean" and "rich" signals alternately 10 times (Response time 1.2 or equivalent) or less for 12 seconds.
- Only one monitor during one drive cycle
NOTE: If the sensor switch time is longer than the Judgment Criteria due to the MUT-II OBD-II test Mode - HO2S Test Results, it is assumed that the heated oxygen sensor has deteriorated. If it is short, it is assumed that the harness wire is broken or has a short circuit
If the heated oxygen sensor signal voltage has not changed even once (lean/rich) after the DTC was erased, the sensor switch time will display as 0 seconds.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS (The most likely causes for this code to be set are:)
- Left bank heated oxygen sensor (front) deteriorated.
- Open circuit in left bank heated oxygen sensor (front) output line.
- Open circuit in left bank heated oxygen sensor (front) ground line.
- ECM failed.
DIAGNOSIS
Required Special Tools
MB991502: Scan Tool(MUT-II)
STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991502, check data list item 11: Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2, Sensor 1 (left front).
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK"(OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.
1. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
2. Start the engine and run at idle.
3. Set scan tool MB991502 to the data reading mode for item 11, Heated Oxygen Sensor Bank 2, Sensor 1 (left front).
4. Warm up the engine, 2500 r/min.
- Output voltage repeats 0.4 volt or less and 0.6 - 1.0 volt 10 times or more within 10 seconds.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK"(OFF) position.
Q: Is the sensor operating properly?
YES: It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points.
NO: Replace the left bank heated oxygen sensor (front). Then go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Test the OBD-II drive cycle.
1. Carry out a test drive with the drive cycle pattern. Refer to Procedure 6 - Other Monitor.
2. Check the diagnostic trouble code(DTC).
Q: Is the DTC P0153 is output?
YES: Retry the troubleshooting.
NO: The inspection is complete.