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DTC P2097: Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich Bank 1: Notes

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  1. DTC detecting condition: 

    Detected when two consecutive driving cycles with fault occur.

    Wiring diagram: 

    Engine Electrical System Ref. to WIRING SYSTEM (CROSSTREK MODEL (HEV))>ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .

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CAUTION: Use the check board when measuring the ECM terminal voltage and resistance. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO (HEV))>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>PREPARATION TOOL>HOW TO USE CHECK BOARD .
NOTE: After the faulty parts are repaired or replaced, perform the final check in Basic Diagnostic Procedure. Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO (HEV))>BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE>PROCEDURE .
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  1. CHECK DTC  .

    Using the Subaru Select Monitor or a general scan tool, read the DTC of [Engine]. Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .

    Is DTC other than P2097 displayed? (Current malfunction)

    Yes:  Check DTC using "Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)". Ref. to ENGINE (DIAGNOSTICS) (H4DO (HEV))>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .

    No:  Go to  2.

  2. CHECK FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR CONNECTOR AND COUPLING CONNECTOR  .

    Check the front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector and coupling connector.

    Has water entered the connector?

    Yes:  Completely remove any water inside.

    No:  Go to  3.

  3. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR (OPEN)  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    3. Disconnect the connector from the front oxygen (A/F) sensor.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.

      Connector & terminal 

      (E158) No. 3 - (B379) No. 3:

      (E158) No. 4 - (B379) No. 4:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    Yes:  Go to  4.

    No:  Check the harnesses and connectors, and repair or replace them if necessary.

    NOTE: In this case, repair the following item:
    • Open circuit in harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector
    • Poor contact of coupling connector
  4. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR (SHORT TO GROUND)  .

    Measure the resistance between ECM connector and chassis ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (E158) No. 3 - Chassis ground:

    (E158) No. 4 - Chassis ground:

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    Yes:  Go to  5.

    No:  Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.

  5. CHECK OUTPUT SIGNAL FOR ECM  .
    1. Connect the connector to ECM.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    3. Measure the voltage between front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector and chassis ground.

      Connector & terminal 

      (B379) No. 3 (+) - Chassis ground (-):

    Is the voltage 4.5 V or more?

    Yes:  Go to  7.

    No:  Go to  6.

  6. CHECK OUTPUT SIGNAL FOR ECM  .

    Measure the voltage between front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector and chassis ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B379) No. 4 (+) - Chassis ground (-):

    Is the voltage 4.95 V or more?

    Yes:  Go to  7.

    No:  Go to  8.

  7. CHECK OUTPUT SIGNAL FOR ECM  .

    Measure the voltage between front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector and chassis ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B379) No. 3 (+) - Chassis ground (-):

    (B379) No. 4 (+) - Chassis ground (-):

    Is the voltage 8 V or more?

    Yes:  Repair the short circuit to power in the harness between ECM connector and front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector. After repair, replace the ECM. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (HEV))>ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) .

    No:  Repair the poor contact of ECM connector.

  8. CHECK EXHAUST SYSTEM  .

    Check exhaust system parts.

    Are there holes or loose bolts on exhaust system?

    Yes:  Repair the exhaust system.

    No:  Go to  9.

  9. CHECK AIR INTAKE SYSTEM  .

    Check the installing condition of the air intake system.

    Are there holes, loose bolts or disconnection of hose on air intake system?

    Yes:  Repair the air intake system.

    No:  Go to  10.

  10. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE  .
    WARNING: Place "NO OPEN FLAMES" signs near the working area.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to spill fuel.
    • Before attaching/detaching a fuel pressure gauge, release the fuel pressure. 
    1. Connect the front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.
    2. Measure the fuel pressure. Ref. to MECHANICAL (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>FUEL PRESSURE>INSPECTION .

    Is the measured value 350 - 450 kPa (3.5 - 4.6 kg/cm2 , 50 - 66 psi)?

    Yes:  Go to  11.

    No:  Check the fuel pump and fuel delivery line. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (HEV))>FUEL PUMP>INSPECTION . Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (HEV))>FUEL DELIVERY AND EVAPORATION LINES>INSPECTION .

  11. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    2. Navigate to Inspection Mode for measuring Exhaust Gas. Ref. to P-HEV HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>WORK SUPPORT>OPERATION>SERVICE MODE .
      NOTE: If it is necessary to run the engine for 10 minutes or more, fasten the driver's seat belt.
    3. Start the engine and warm up completely.
    4. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value of [Engine Coolant Temperature] of the data monitor.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Common (Diagnostics)". Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DATA MONITOR .

    Is the value of [Engine Coolant Temperature] 75[°C] (167°F) or more?

    Yes:  Go to  12.

    No:  Replace the engine coolant temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (HEV))>ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR .

  12. CHECK MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    2. Navigate to Inspection Mode for measuring Exhaust Gas. Ref. to P-HEV HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>WORK SUPPORT>OPERATION>SERVICE MODE .
      NOTE: If it is necessary to run the engine for 10 minutes or more, fasten the driver's seat belt.
    3. Start the engine.
    4. Warm up the engine until coolant temperature is higher than 75°C (167°F).
    5. Place the select lever in "P" range or "N" range.
    6. Turn the A/C switch to OFF.
    7. Turn all the accessory switches to OFF.
    8. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value of [Mass Air Flow] of the data monitor.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Common (Diagnostics)". Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DATA MONITOR .

    Is the value of [Mass Air Flow] 2 - 5 [g/s] (0.26 - 0.66 lb/min)?

    Yes:  Go to  13.

    No:  Replace the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (HEV))>MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR .

  13. CHECK MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    2. Navigate to Inspection Mode for measuring Exhaust Gas. Ref. to P-HEV HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>WORK SUPPORT>OPERATION>SERVICE MODE .
      NOTE: If it is necessary to run the engine for 10 minutes or more, fasten the driver's seat belt.
    3. Start the engine.
    4. Warm up the engine until coolant temperature is higher than 75°C (167°F).
    5. Place the select lever in "P" range or "N" range.
    6. Turn the A/C switch to OFF.
    7. Turn all the accessory switches to OFF.
    8. Open the front hood.
    9. Measure the ambient temperature.
    10. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value of [Intake Air Temp.] of the data monitor.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Common (Diagnostics)". Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DATA MONITOR .

    Subtract ambient temperature from [Intake Air Temp.]. Is the obtained value -10 - 50[°C] (-18 - 90°F)?

    Yes:  Go to  14.

    No:  Check the mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (HEV))>MASS AIR FLOW AND INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR>INSPECTION .

  14. CHECK REAR OXYGEN SENSOR CONNECTOR  .

    Check the rear oxygen sensor connector.

    Has water entered the connector?

    Yes:  Completely remove any water inside.

    No:  Go to  15.

  15. CHECK FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR USING REAR OXYGEN SENSOR SIGNAL  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    2. Navigate to Inspection Mode for measuring Exhaust Gas. Ref. to P-HEV HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>WORK SUPPORT>OPERATION>SERVICE MODE .
      NOTE: If it is necessary to run the engine for 10 minutes or more, fasten the driver's seat belt.
    3. Start the engine.
    4. Warm up the engine until the engine coolant temperature exceeds 75°C (167°F) and leave it at idling for 5 minutes or more.
    5. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read the value of [Oxygen sensor #12] of the data monitor.
      NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "Common (Diagnostics)". Ref. to COMMON (DIAG)>DATA MONITOR .

    Is the voltage of [Oxygen sensor #12] kept at 0.8 [V] or more for 5 minutes or more?

    Yes:  Replace the front oxygen (A/F) sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (HEV))>FRONT OXYGEN (A/F) SENSOR .

    No:  Go to  16.

  16. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND REAR OXYGEN SENSOR (OPEN)  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Disconnect the connector from ECM.
    3. Disconnect the connector from the rear oxygen sensor.
    4. Measure the resistance of harness between ECM connector and rear oxygen sensor connector.

      Connector & terminal 

      (B134) No. 33 - (B19) No. 3:

      (B134) No. 44 - (B19) No. 4:

    Is the resistance less than 1 Ω?

    Yes:  Go to  17.

    No:  Repair the open circuit of harness between ECM connector and rear oxygen sensor connector.

  17. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND REAR OXYGEN SENSOR  .
    1. Connect the connector to ECM.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    3. Measure the voltage between rear oxygen sensor connector and chassis ground.

      Connector & terminal 

      (B19) No. 3 (+) - Chassis ground (-):

    Is the voltage 0.2 - 0.5 V?

    Yes:  Go to  18.

    No:  Repair the harness and connector.

    NOTE: In this case, repair the following item:
    • Open circuit in harness between ECM connector and rear oxygen sensor connector
    • Poor contact of ECM connector
  18. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND REAR OXYGEN SENSOR (SHORT TO POWER SUPPLY)  .

    Measure the voltage between rear oxygen sensor connector and chassis ground.

    Connector & terminal 

    (B19) No. 3 (+) - Chassis ground (-):

    Is the voltage 0.15 V or more?

    Yes:  Repair the short circuit to power supply in harness between ECM connector and rear oxygen sensor connector.

    No:  Go to  19.

  19. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND REAR OXYGEN SENSOR (SHORT TO GROUND)  .
    1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    2. Measure the resistance between rear oxygen sensor connector and chassis ground.

      Connector & terminal 

      (B134) No. 33 (+) - Chassis ground (-):

    Is the resistance 1 MΩ or more?

    Yes:  Go to  20.

    No:  Repair the short circuit to ground in harness between ECM connector and rear oxygen sensor connector.

  20. CHECK EXHAUST SYSTEM  .

    Check exhaust system parts.

    NOTE: Check the following items.
    • Looseness and improper fitting of exhaust system parts
    • Damage (crack, hole etc.) of parts
    • Damage (crack, hole etc.) between front oxygen (A/F) sensor and rear oxygen sensor

    Is there any fault in exhaust system?

    Yes:  Repair or replace faulty parts.

    No:  Replace the rear oxygen sensor. Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (HEV))>REAR OXYGEN SENSOR .