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P1138 - Lack Of Ho2S-12 Switch, Sensor Indicates Rich

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P1138 - LACK OF HO2S-12 SWITCH, SENSOR INDICATES RICH

Description:  The downstream HO2Ss are forced rich and lean and monitored by the PCM. The test fails if the PCM does not detect the output of the HO2S in a calibrated amount of time.
Possible Causes: 
  • Pinched, shorted, and corroded wiring and pins.
  • Crossed sensor wires.
  • Exhaust leaks.
  • Contaminated or damaged sensor.
Diagnostic Aids:  -
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All - GO to H: Fuel Control STEP 58 -