P0137
DTC P0137 HO2S CIRCUIT LOW VOLTAGE (BANK 1 / SENSOR 2)Component Location:
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The rear heated oxygen sensor is mounted on the rear side of the Catalytic Converter (warm-up catalytic converter) or in the rear exhaust pipe, which is able to detect catalyst efficiency The rear heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) produces a voltage between 0 V and 1 V. This rear heated oxygen sensor is used to estimate the oxygen storage capability. If a catalyst has good conversion properties, the oxygen fluctuations are smoothed by the oxygen storage capacity of the catalyst. If the conversion provided by the catalyst is low due to aging, poisoning or misfiring, then the oxygen fluctuations are similar to signals from the front oxygen sensor.
DTC DESCRIPTION
Checking output signals from HO2S under detecting condition, if an output signal is below 0.04 V for more than predetermined time, PCM sets P0137. MIL(Malfunction Indication Lamp) turns on when the malfunction lasts till consecutive 2 driving cycle.
DTC Detecting Condition:
Specification:
Schematic Diagram:
Signal Waveform And Data:
SIGNAL WAVEFORM AND DATA
The amplitude of the signal output of the rear HO2S is small compared to the front HO2S because the rear HO2S detects emission gas purified by the catalytic converter. This is the normal signal waveform of the rear HO2S at idle.
MONITOR DTC STATUS
1. Check DTC Status
1. Connect scantool to Data Link Connector(DLC).
2. IG "ON".
3. Select "DTC" button, and then Press "DTC Status to check DTC's information from the DTCs menu.
4. Read "DTC Status" parameter.
5. Is parameter displayed "Present fault"?
YES - Go to "Terminal and connector inspection" procedure.
NO - Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the sensor's and/or PCM's connector or was repaired and PCM memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection,bending contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and go to "Verification of Vehicle RePair" procedure.
TERMINAL AND CONNECTOR INSPECTION
1. Many malfunctions in the electrical system are caused by poor harness and terminal condition. Faults can also be caused by interference from other electrical systems, and mechanical or chemical damage.
2. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage.
3. Has a problem been found?
YES - Repair as necessary and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure
NO - Go to " Signal Circuit Inspection " procedure.
SIGNAL CIRCUIT INSPECTION
- CHECK SHORT TO GROUND IN HARNESS
1. IG "OFF" and disconnect HO2S(B1/S2)
2. IG "ON"
3. Measure voltage between signal terminal of HO2S(B1/S2))harness connector and chassis ground.
Specification:
Approx. 3.5 V - when pumping current is ON
Approx. 0.45 V - when pumping current is OFF
4. Is the measured voltage within specification?
YES - Go to "Component Inspection" procedure.
NO - Repair short to ground in harness, and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
COMPONENT INSPECTION
1. Check the Signal waveform of HO2S
1. IG "OFF" and connect HO2S connector.
2. Engine start.
3. After warming-up, monitor signal waveform of HO2S with scantool.
4. Is the sensor switching properly?
YES - Go to "Check HO2S" as indicated below.
NO - Substitute with a known - good HO2S and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
2. Check HO2S
1. IG "OFF" and disconnect HO2S connector.
2. Check that the HO2S is securely installed.
3. Check the HO2S for contamination or damage
4. Is the sensor normal?
YES - Substitute with a known - good PCM and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
NO - Substitute with a known - good HO2S and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
NOTE: There is a memory reset function on scantool that can erase optional parts automatically detected and memorized by PCM. Before or after testing PCM on the vehicle, use this function before reusing the PCM
VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR
After a repair, it is essential to verify that the fault has been corrected.
1. Connect scantool and select "DTC" button.
2. Press "DTC Status" button and confirm that "DTC Readiness Flag" indicates "Completed". If not, drive the vehicle within conditions noted in the freeze frame data or enable conditions
3. Read "DTC Status" parameter
4. Is parameter displayed "History(Not Present) fault"?
YES - System performing to specification at this time. Clear the DTC
NO - Go to the applicable troubleshooting procedure.