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Test Description

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

  1. 2:  When the system is operating correctly, the HO2S 1 voltage should toggle above and below the specified values. You may need to operate the vehicle within the Freeze Frame conditions and Conditions for Setting the DTC in order to duplicate the malfunction that was detected by the PCM.
  2. 4:  The specified value is what is measured on a correctly operating system.
  3. 5:  The specified value is what is measured on a correctly operating system.
DTC P1134

Step Action Values Yes No
Schematic Reference:  Engine Controls Schematics 
Connector End View Reference:  Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Connector End Views  or  Engine Controls Connector End Views 
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls
2 
IMPORTANT: If any other DTCs are set except for HO2S DTCs, refer to the other DTCs first before proceeding with this table.
  1. Operate the engine at normal operating temperature.
  2. Operate the engine above 1,200 RPM for 2 minutes.
  3. With a scan tool, observe the HO2S 1 voltage parameter.
Does the scan tool indicate that the HO2S 1 voltage is varying above and below the specified values?		 350-650 mV Go to Step 3  Go to Step 4 
3
  1. Observe the Freeze Frame/Failure Records for this DTC.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records.
Did the DTC fail this ignition?		 - Go to Step 4  Go to Intermittent Conditions
4 
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the HO2S 1.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Using a DMM, measure the voltage of the HO2S 1 high signal circuit on the PCM side to a good ground.
Does the voltage measure within the specified value?		 350-550 mV Go to Step 5  Go to Step 9 
5 
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the HO2S 1 high signal circuit and the HO2S 1 low signal circuit.
  3. Turn ON the ignition.
  4. Use the scan tool in order to monitor the HO2S 1 voltage for the sensor that applies to this DTC.
Does the scan tool indicate that the HO2S 1 voltage is less than the specified value?		 20 mV Go to Step 6  Go to Step 10 
6
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Remove the 3-amp fused jumper wire.
  3. Connect a test lamp between the ignition 1 voltage circuit and a good ground. Do not use the HO2S 1 heater low control.
  4. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Does the test lamp illuminate?		 - Go to Step 7  Go to Step 11 
7
  1. Connect a test lamp between the ignition 1 voltage circuit and the HO2S 1 heater low control circuit.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool, command the HO2S 1 heater ON and OFF.
Does the test lamp turn ON and OFF with each command?		 - Go to Step 14  Go to Step 8 
8 Does the test lamp remain illuminated with each command? - Go to Step 12  Go to Step 13 
9 Test the HO2S 1 high signal circuit for the following conditions:
  • Open
  • High resistance
  • Short to ground
  • Short to voltage

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 19  Go to Step 16 
10 Test the HO2S 1 low signal circuit for an open, a high resistance, or a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing andWiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 19  Go to Step 16 
11
  1. Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit for an open, a high resistance, or a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing andWiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
  2. Replace the ERLS fuse if necessary.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 19  Go to Step 15 
12 Test the HO2S 1 heater low control circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 19  Go to Step 16 
13 Test the HO2S 1 heater low control circuit for an open, a high resistance, or a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing andWiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 19  Go to Step 16 
14
IMPORTANT: Before replacing the HO2S 1, check and remove any source of contamination.
Inspect for the following conditions:
  • The use of incorrect silicon RTV sealant
  • Fuel contamination
  • An exhaust leak

    Refer to Exhaust Leakage in Engine Exhaust.

  • The HO2S is installed correctly
  • Damaged wiring

    Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 19  Go to Step 15 
15 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the HO2S 1. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 19  Go to Step 17 
16 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 19  Go to Step 18 
17 Replace the HO2S 1. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Replacement (Pre Catalytic Converter) or Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Replacement (Post Catalytic Converter) .
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 19  -
18 Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 19  -
19
  1. Clear the DTCs with a scan tool.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records.
Did the DTC fail this ignition?		 - Go to Step 2  Go to Step 20 
20 Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool.
Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed?		 - Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List System OK
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