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P0131






P0131-O2 SENSOR 1/1 CIRCUIT LOW





For a complete wiring diagram refer to Diagrams/Electrical.

- When Monitored:

With the engine running for less than 30 seconds, the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 heater temperature less than 251° C (484° F), and battery voltage greater than 10.4 volts.

- Set Condition:

The PCM detects that the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 signal voltage is below 2.5196 volts for 6 seconds after engine startup. One Trip Fault. Three good trips to turn off the MIL.






Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding.

Diagnostic Test

1. OXYGEN SENSOR 1/1 VOLTAGE

Start the engine and allow it to reach normal 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 can result in personal injury or death.

With a scan tool, monitor the 1/1 O2 Volts (0-1) parameter.

Is the voltage switching between 0 and 1 volt?

Yes

- Refer to the *CHECKING FOR AN INTERMITTENT DTC Diagnostic Procedure. Checking for an Intermittent DTC

No

- Go to 2

2. (K41) O2 1/1 SIGNAL CIRCUIT VOLTAGE

Turn the ignition off.

Disconnect the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 harness connector.

Turn the ignition on.

With a scan tool, monitor the 1/1 O2 Volts (0-1) parameter.

Is the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 voltage above 4.8 volts?

Yes

- Go to 3

No

- Go to 5

3. OXYGEN SENSOR 1/1





Measure the voltage on the (K902) O2 1/1 Return circuit in the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 harness connector.

Is the voltage between 2.475 and 2.525 volts?

Yes

- Replace the Oxygen Sensor 1/1.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1. PCM Verification Test

No

- Go to 4

4. (K902) O2 1/1 RETURN CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND





Turn the ignition off.

Disconnect the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connector.

Measure the resistance between ground and the (K902) O2 1/1 Return circuit in the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 harness connector.

Is the resistance below 100 ohms?

Yes

- Repair the (K902) O2 1/1 Return circuit for a short to ground.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1. PCM Verification Test

No

- Go to 8

5. (K41) O2 1/1 SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND





Measure the resistance between ground and the (K41) O2 1/1 Signal circuit in the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 harness connector.

Is the resistance below 100 ohms?

Yes

- Repair the (K41) O2 1/1 Signal circuit for a short to ground.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1. PCM Verification Test

No

- Go to 6

6. (K41) O2 1/1 SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO THE (K902) O2 1/1 RETURN CIRCUIT





Measure the resistance between the (K41) O2 1/1 Signal circuit and the (K902) O2 1/1 Return circuit in the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 harness connector.

Is the resistance below 100 ohms?

Yes

- Repair the short between the (K902) O2 1/1 Return circuit and the (K41) O2 1/1 Signal circuit.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1. PCM Verification Test

No

- Go to 7

7. (K41) O2 1/1 SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO THE (Z916) GROUND CIRCUIT





Measure the resistance between the (K41) O2 1/1 Signal circuit and the (Z916) Ground circuit in the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 harness connector.

Is the resistance below 100 ohms?

Yes

- Repair the short between the (Z916) Ground circuit and the (K41) O2 1/1 Signal circuit.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1. PCM Verification Test

No

- Go to 8

8. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)

Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the Oxygen Sensor 1/1 and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.

Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.

Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.

Were any problems found?

Yes

- Repair as necessary.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1. PCM Verification Test

No

- Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
- Perform the PCM Verification Test Ver. 1. PCM Verification Test