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Loop Status

Display shows OPEN LOOP or CLOSED LOOP. Closed Loop displayed indicates that the AF ECU is controlling fuel delivery according to oxygen sensor voltage. In Open Loop, the AF ECU ignores the oxygen sensor voltage and bases the amount of fuel to be delivered on other input sensors. At extremely high ambient temperatures or when towing a trailer, it is possible for the system to remain in Open Loop operation in order to control catalytic converter temperatures.