DTC P0131 HO2S Circuit Low Voltage Bank 1 Sensor 1

Circuit Description

The PCM supplies a voltage of about 450 mV between the HO2S high and low signal circuits. The oxygen sensor varies the voltage over a range from about 1,000 mV when the exhaust is rich, down through about 10 mV when the exhaust is lean.

The PCM monitors and stores the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) voltage information. The PCM evaluates the HO2S voltage samples in order to determine the amount of time the HO2S voltage was out of range. The PCM compares the stored HO2S voltage samples taken within each sample period and determines if majority of the samples are out of the operating range.

The PCM monitors the HO2S voltage for being fixed below a predetermined voltage. If the PCM detects the voltage is below a predetermined voltage, a DTC sets.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Criteria 1

• DTCs P0101, P0102, P0103, P0112, P0113, P0117, P0118, P0121, P0122, P0123, P0125, P0335, P0336, P0351-P0358, P1258 not set.
• The AIR, EGR, and the Catalyst diagnostics are not active.
• The engine coolant temperature is greater than 48°C (118°F).
• The ignition voltage is greater than 9.0 volts.
• The fuel system is operating in Closed Loop.
• The fuel trim learn is enabled.
• The air/fuel ratio is between 14.5:1 and 14.7:1.
• The TP angle is between 3% and 20%.

OR

Criteria 2

• DTCs P0101, P0102, P0103, P0112, P0113, P0117, P0118, P0121, P0122, P0123, P0125, P0335, P0336, P0351-P0358, P1258 not set.
• The ignition voltage is greater than 9.0 volts.
• The AIR, EGR, and the Catalyst diagnostics are not active.
• The Power Enrichment mode is enabled for 0.5 seconds.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Criteria 1

• The HO2S signal voltage remains below 200 mV.
• The Criteria 1 conditions are present for 33 seconds.

OR

Criteria 2

• The HO2S signal voltage remains below 360 mV.
• The Criteria 2 conditions are present for 5.0 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

• The PCM illuminates the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails.
• The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the PCM stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the PCM records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The PCM writes the conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure records.
• Open Loop Fueling

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

• The PCM turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
• A last test failed, or current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
• A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic.
• Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL and the DTC.

Diagnostic Aids

Important

• Remove any debris from the PCM connector surfaces before servicing the PCM. Inspect the PCM connector gaskets when diagnosing/replacing the PCM. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminate intrusion into the PCM.
• For any test that requires probing the PCM or component harness connectors, use the Connector Test Adapter Kit J 35616-A . Using this kit prevents any damage to the harness connector terminals.

• The PCM sets this DTC when the vehicle runs out of fuel.
• Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) wire: Sensor pigtail may be in contact with the exhaust manifold or the exhaust system.
• An oxygen supply inside the HO2S is necessary for proper operation. The HO2S wires provides the supply of oxygen. Inspect the HO2S wires and connections for breaks or contamination. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
• Test for intermittent ground in signal wire between connector and sensor. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis in Wiring Systems.
• Lean injector(s): Perform the Injector Balance Test. Refer to Fuel Injector Balance Test .
• Fuel contamination: Water near the in-tank fuel pump inlet can be delivered to the injectors. The water causes a lean exhaust and can set a DTC. Refer to Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis .
• Fuel pressure: System will be lean if fuel pressure is low. Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis .
• Exhaust leaks: An exhaust leak near the HO2S can cause a lean condition.
• Vacuum or crankcase leaks can cause a lean condition.
• If the above are OK, the HO2S may be at fault.
• For an intermittent condition, refer to Symptoms .

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

2. If the HO2S voltage is fixed well below 200 mV, this indicates a short to battery ground or chassis ground. If the voltage is fixed near or above 200 mV, this indicates a short to a PCM ground. When the HO2S voltage is fixed near 200 mV, indicates the DTC set when the fuel system was in a Power Enrichment mode of operation. This DTC sets if the HO2S voltage is less than 360 mV during a Power Enrichment mode of operation. For any test that requires probing the PCM or a component harness connector, use the Connector Test Adapter Kit J 35616-A . Using this kit prevents damage to the harness connector terminals.

The engine must be at the normal operating temperature before performing this test.

3. Using the Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data may aid in locating an intermittent condition. If you can not duplicate the DTC, the information included in the Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data can help determine how many miles since the DTC set. The Fail Counter and Pass Counter can also aid in determining how many ignition cycles the diagnostic reported a pass and/or a fail. Operate the vehicle within the same freeze frame conditions (RPM, load, vehicle speed, temperature etc.) that the PCM recorded. This will isolate when the DTC failed.

4. Grounding the low side circuit of the HO2S should cause the HO2S voltage to display a bias voltage. A voltage staying near 0.0 volts indicates the low circuit is open, or the high circuit is open or grounded.

5. Disconnecting the PCM allows using the DMM J 39200 in order to test continuity of the circuits. This aids in locating an open or shorted circuit.

Step	Action	Value(s)	Yes	No
1	Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?	--	Go to Step 2	Go to A Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
2	Important Inspect the HO2S for being secure before proceeding with this DTC. A sensor that is loose could cause this DTC to set. Install a scan tool. Idle the engine at the normal operating temperature. Operate the vehicle within parameters specified under Conditions for Running the DTC in the supporting text. Monitor the HO2S voltage display on the Engine 1 Data List using the scan tool. Is the HO2S voltage less than the specified value?	200 mV	Go to Step 4	Go to Step 3
3	Turn ON the ignition leaving the engine OFF. Review the Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data for this DTC and observe the parameters. Turn OFF the ignition for 15 seconds. Idle the engine. Operate the vehicle within the conditions required for this diagnostic to run, and as close to the conditions recorded in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records as possible. Special operating conditions that you need to meet before the PCM will run this diagnostic, where applicable, are listed in Conditions for Running the DTC. Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option, the Specific DTC option, and then enter the DTC number using the scan tool. Does the scan tool indicate that this diagnostic failed this ignition?	--	Go to Step 4	Go to Diagnostic Aids
4	Disconnect the HO2S. Jumper the HO2S low circuit (PCM side) to a ground. Is the HO2S voltage within the specified range?	350-550 mV	Go to Diagnostic Aids	Go to Step 5
5	Turn OFF the ignition. Disconnect the PCM connector C2 located on the same side as the manufacturer's logo. Refer to PCM Replacement/Programming . Test the HO2S signal circuit for a short to ground or a short to the sensor ground circuit. Is the HO2S signal circuit shorted?	--	Go to Step 6	Go to Step 7
6	Repair the HO2S signal circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Is the action complete?	--	Go to Step 8	--
7	Important: Program the replacement PCM. Refer to PCM Replacement/Programming . Replace the PCM. Is the action complete?	--	Go to Step 8	--
8	Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option and the Clear DTC Information option using the scan tool. Idle the engine at the normal operating temperature. Select the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) option and the Specific DTC option, then enter the DTC number using the scan tool. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text, if applicable. Does the scan tool indicate that this test ran and passed?	--	Go to Step 9	Go to Step 2
9	Select the Capture Info option and the Review Info option using the scan tool. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?	--	Go to the applicable DTC table	System OK