Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate heated oxygen sensor (HO2S).
- Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition circuit terminal C and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ignition circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and the ignition circuit fuse is open, test all the components connected to the ignition circuit and replace as necessary.
IMPORTANT: The ignition circuit supplies voltage to other components. Make sure you test all circuits for a short to ground or test all components for being shorted that share the ignition circuit. - Connect a test lamp between the heater control circuit terminal D and B+. The test lamp should not illuminate.
- If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the ECM.
- Idle the engine, and verify the test lamp illuminates or flashes.
- If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the ECM.
- Ignition ON, test for 2.0-3.0 volts between the control circuit terminal D and ground.
- If not within the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit/connections test normal, replace the ECM.
- If all circuits/connections test normal, test or replace the HO2S sensor.
IMPORTANT:
The control circuit for the HO2S heater is pulled-up to voltage within the ECM, 2.0-3.0 volts on the control circuit is normal.