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DTC P0139, P0159: Rear Secondary HO2S (Bank 1, Sensor 2) Slow Response (2005-2006 Models); Front Secondary HO2S (Bank 2, Sensor 2) Slow Response (2005-2006 Models)

NOTE:
  • Information marked with an asterisk (*) applies to the front bank (Bank 2).
  • Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION .
  1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  2. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
  3. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.
  4. Test-drive under these conditions:
    • Engine coolant temperature above 176°F (80°C)
    • A/T in D position (M/T in 4th gear)
    • Vehicle speed between 35-55 mph (56-88 km/h)
    • Drive 5 minutes or more
  5. Monitor the OBD STATUS for DTC P0139 and/or P0159* in the DTCs MENU with the HDS.

    Does the screen indicate FAILED? 

    1. YES  - Go to step  6.
    2. NO  - If the screen indicates PASSED, intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) and the ECM/PCM. If the screen indicates EXECUTING, keep driving until a result comes on. If the screen indicates OUT OF CONDITION, go to step  3 and recheck.
  6. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  7. Replace the secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) (see SECONDARY HO2S REPLACEMENT  ).
  8. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  9. Reset the ECM/PCM with the HDS.
  10. Do the ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE .
  11. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.
  12. Test-drive under these conditions:
    • Engine coolant temperature above 176°F (80°C)
    • A/T in D position (M/T in 4th gear)
    • Vehicle speed between 35-55 mph (56-88 km/h)
    • Drive 5 minutes or more
  13. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS.

    Are any Temporary DTCs or DTCs indicated? 

    1. YES  - If DTC P0139 and/or P0159* is indicated, check for poor connections or loose terminals at the secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) and the ECM/PCM, then go to step  1. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
    2. NO  - Go to step  14.
  14. Monitor the OBD STATUS for DTC P0139 and/or P0159* in the DTCs MENU with the HDS.

    Does the screen indicate PASSED? 

    1. YES  - Troubleshooting is complete.
    2. NO  - If the screen indicates FAILED, check for poor connections or loose terminals at the secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) and the ECM/PCM, then go to step  1. If the screen indicates EXECUTING, keep driving until a result comes on. If the screen indicates OUT OF CONDITION, go to step  11. and recheck.