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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0116

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0116 :Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Performance

Diagnostic Fault Information

Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Circuit
Short to Ground
Open/High Resistance
Short to Voltage
Signal Performance
ECT Sensor Signal
P0117
P0118, P0119
P0118, P0119¹
P0116¹
Low Reference
-
P0118, P0119
P0118, P0119¹
P0116¹
¹ Internal ECM or ECT sensor damage may occur if the circuit is shorted to B+

Circuit Description

The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor is a variable resistor that measures the temperature of the engine coolant. The engine control module (ECM) supplies 5 volts to the ECT signal circuit and supplies a ground to the low reference circuit. The ECM monitors the mutual performance of the ECT and the intake air temperature (IAT) signals. The ECM monitors the warm up and cool down behavior of the sensors, after a vehicle driven at operating temperature is shut down. If the ECM detects that the ECT is not with in a predetermined range of IAT after a long soak, or the ECT and IAT are not within a range of each other, as compared to a previous cold start, this DTC sets.
The following table illustrates the difference between temperature, resistance, and voltage :
ECT
ECT Resistance
ECT Signal Voltage
Cold
High
High
Warm
Low
Low

Conditions for Running the DTC

Condition 1
Condition 2

Conditions for Setting the DTC

OR

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC P0116 is a Type E DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTC P0116 is a Type E DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Verify that the following DTCs are not set: P0101, P0117, P0118, and P0119.
  2. Inspect the engine coolant level. Verify that the cooling system is operating correctly.
  3. Operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records. DTC P0116 should not set.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the ECT sensor.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that the ECT sensor parameter is at -40°C (-40°F).
  3. Ignition OFF, remove the fuse that supplies B+ to circuit terminal to the ECM.

Notice : Do NOT use a test lamp to test the continuity of the circuit amage to the control module may occur due to excessive current draw.

Important : The control module or the sensor may be damaged if the circuit is shorted to battery positive voltage.

  1. Test for less than 5 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal and a known ground.
  2. Ignition OFF, install the fuse that supplies B+ to circuit terminal to the ECM.
  3. Ignition ON, install a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the low reference circuit of the ECT sensor and verify the ECT sensor parameter is greater than 142°C (288°F).
  4. If all circuits/connections test normal, test or replace the ECT sensor.

Component Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector of the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.

Important : A thermometer can be used to test the sensor off the vehicle.

  1. Test the ECT sensor by varying the sensor temperature while monitoring the sensor resistance. Compare the readings with the Temperature vs Resistance - Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor table and verify that the resistance is within 5 percent of the specification.

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0117, P0118 or P1258

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0117 : Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Circuit Low Voltage
DTC P0118 :Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Circuit High Voltage
DTC P1258 : Engine Coolant Temperature Mode

Diagnostic Fault Information

Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Circuit
Short to Ground
Open/High Resistance
Short to Voltage
Signal Performance
ECT Sensor Signal
P0117
P0118, P0119
P0118, P0119¹
P0116
Low Reference
-
P0118, P0119
P0118, P0119¹
P0116
¹ Sensor or ECM damage may occur if the circuit is shorted to B+

Circuit Description

The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor is a variable resistor that measures the temperature of the engine coolant. The engine control module (ECM) supplies 5 volts to the ECT signal circuit and supplies a ground to the low reference circuit.
The following table illustrates the difference between temperature, resistance, and voltage:
ECT
ECT Resistance
ECT Signal Voltage
Cold
High
High
Warm
Low
Low

Conditions for Running the DTC

P0117
OR
P0118
P1258

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0117
The ECM detects that the ECT is more than 140°C (284°F) for more than 4 seconds.
P0118
The ECM detects that the ECT is less than -42°C (-43.6°F) for more than 4 seconds. The scan tool is limited to -40°C (-40°F), so the diagnostic procedure uses -39°C (-38°F) to determine if there is an ECT condition.
P1258
The ECM detects that the ECT is greater than 1312°C (268°F) for longer than 2 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC P0117, P0118 and P1258 are Type E DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTC P0117, P0118 and P1258 are Type E DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

Circuit/System Verification

Engine idling for 1 minute. Observe the DTC information with a scan tool. DTC P0117, P0118 and P1258 should not set.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the ECT sensor.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that the ECT sensor parameter is at −40°C (−40°F).

Notice : Do NOT use a test lamp to test the continuity of the circuit. Damage to the control module may occur due to excessive current draw.

Important :

  1. Test for less than 5 volts between the low reference circuit terminal and a known ground.
  2. Ignition OFF, remove the fuse that supplies B+ to the ECM.
  3. Test for less than 5 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal and a known ground.
  4. Install the fuse that supplies B+ to the ECM.
  5. Ignition ON, install a 3-A fusible link wire between the signal circuit terminal and the low reference circuit terminal, Verify the ECT sensor parameter is greater than 142°C (288°F).
  6. If all circuits/connections test normal, test or replace the ECT sensor.

Component Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector of the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.

Important : A thermometer can be used to test the sensor off the vehicle.

  1. Test the ECT sensor by varying the sensor temperature while monitoring the sensor resistance. Compare the readings with the Temperature VS Resistance - Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor. Verify that the resistance is within 5 percent of the specification.

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0121, P0122, P0123, P0221, P0222, or P0223

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0121 : Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 1 Performance
DTC P0122 : Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 1 Circuit Low Voltage
DTC P0123 : Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 1 Circuit High Voltage
DTC P0221 : Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 2 Performance
DTC P0222 : Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 2 Circuit Low Voltage
DTC P0223 : Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 2 Circuit High Voltage

Diagnostic Fault Information

Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Circuit
Short to Ground
Open/High Resistance
Short to Voltage
Signal Performance
5-Volt Reference
P0122, P0222, P2127
P0121, P0122, P0221, P2101, P2176
P0223, P2101, P2138, P2128, P2119
P0121, P0221
TP Sensor Signal 1
P0122
P0122
P0123
P0121
TP Sensor Signal 2
P0222
P0222
P0223, P0638, P2128, P2138
P0221
Low Reference
-
P0121, P0123, P0221, P0223, P2176
P0123, P02231¹
P0121, P0221
¹ Internal ECM or TP sensor damage may occur if the circuit is shorted to B+

Circuit Description

The throttle body assembly contains 2 throttle position (TP) sensors. The TP sensors are mounted to the throttle body assembly and are not serviceable. The TP sensors provide a signal voltage that changes relative to throttle blade angle. The engine control module (ECM) supplies the TP sensors with a common 5-volt reference circuit, a common low reference circuit, and two independent signal circuits. The TP sensors have opposite functionality. TP sensor 1 signal voltage increases from below 1 volt at idle to above 4 volts at wide open throttle (WOT). TP sensor 2 signal voltage decreases from above 4 volts at idle to below 1 volt at WOT.

Conditions for Running the DTC

DTC P0121
DTCs P0122, P0123, P0222, and P0223
DTC P0221

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC P0121
The TP sensor 1 disagrees more than 9 percent from TP sensor 2. Or, TP sensor 1 disagrees more than 9 percent from the predicted value. Either condition exists for more than 4 seconds.
DTC P0122
The ECM detects the TP sensor 1 signal voltage is less than 0.18 volts for more than 4 second.
DTC P0123
The ECM detects the TP sensor 1 signal voltage is more than 4.6 volts for more than 4 seconds.
DTC P0221
The TP sensor 1 disagrees more than 9 percent from TP sensor 2. Or, TP sensor 2 disagrees more than 9 percent from the predicted value. The above conditions are met for more than 4 seconds.
DTC P0222
The ECM detects the TP sensor 2 signal voltage is less than 0.16 volts for more than 4 seconds.
DTC P0223
The ECM detects the TP sensor 2 signal voltage is less than 0.16 volts for more than 4 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P0121, P0122, P0123, P0221, P0222, and P0223 are Type E DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTCs P0121, P0122, P0123, P0221, P0222, and P0223 are Type E DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

If there is a condition with the TP sensors the ECM defaults to reduced power mode for the entire ignition cycle, even if the condition is corrected.

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Ignition ON, clear the DTC Info with a scan tool.
  2. Start the engine, observe the TP Sensor 1 and 2 voltage parameters with a scan tool. TP sensor 1 should be between 0.17–4.6 volts and TP sensor 2 should be between 0.15– 4.8 volts.
  3. Observe the TP sensor 1 and 2 parameter while performing the following tests :
  4. Observe the DTC Information with a scan tool. DTCs P0121, P0122, P0123, P0221, P0222, and P0223 should not set.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the throttle body harness connector.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for 5 ohms or less of resistance between the low reference circuit and ground.
  3. Ignition ON, load test for 4.8–5.2 volts between the test lamp probe connected to the 5-volt reference circuit and ground.

Important : The 5-volt reference circuits are internally and externally connected at the ECM. Other component DTCs may be set. If other DTCs are set, review the electrical schematic and diagnose the applicable circuits and components.

  1. Ignition ON, verify that each of the TP sensor voltage parameters is less than 0.3 volts.
  2. Connect a 3 amp fused jumper wire between the 5 volt reference circuit and each of the TP sensor signal circuits.
  3. Observe each of the TP sensor voltage parameters with a scan tool when jumped to 5 volts. Both TP sensor voltage parameters should display 5.00 volts.
  4. Ignition OFF, remove the ECM fuse.

Notice : Do NOT use a test lamp to test the continuity of the circuit. Damage to the control module may occur due to excessive current draw.

Important : The control module or the sensor may be damaged if the circuit is shorted to battery positive voltage.

  1. Test for 5 ohms or less between the low reference circuit and ground.
  2. If all circuits/connections test normal, test or replace the throttle body assembly.

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0125 or P0128

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0125 : Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Insufficient for Closed Loop
DTC P0128 : Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature

Diagnostic Fault Information

Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

Circuit Description

The engine control module (ECM) monitors the temperature of the engine coolant for engine control and as an enabling criteria for some diagnostics. The amount of air flow into an engine is proportional to the amount of heat an engine generates. The ECM monitors the amount of air flow into the engine to calculate engine coolant temperature (ECT).
The ECM uses the calculated temperature to determine if the engine has warmed up to the closed loop temperature or to the thermostat regulating temperature. If the coolant temperature does not increase normally or does not reach the closed loop temperature, diagnostics that use the ECT as enabling criteria, may not run when expected.

Conditions for Running the DTC

P0125
P0128

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0125
The actual ECT is not within 10°C (18°F) of the calculated ECT after 2-5 minutes, which depends on the amount of air flow into the engine after start-up.
P0128

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC P0125 and P0128 are Type E DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTC P0125 and P0128 are Type E DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

An engine that soaks for about 8 hours will help diagnosis the condition. After the cold soak, operate the vehicle at highway speeds for 20 minutes while monitoring the Calculated ECT - Thermostat parameter with a scan tool. If there is a condition, the calculated temperature will be 10°C (18°F) more then the actual engine coolant temperature.

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Verify that the engine coolant level is correct.
  2. Verify that the engine coolant temperature is at the normal operating temperature.
  3. Operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records. DTC P0125 or P0128 should not set.
  4. If the vehicle passes the Circuit/System Verification Test, then operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that are captured in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records List.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the ECT sensor.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 ohms of resistance between the low reference circuit and ground.
  3. Ignition ON, using a scan tool verify that the ECT sensor parameter is at -40°C (-40°F).

Important : If the signal circuit of the ECT sensor is shorted to voltage the ECT sensor may be damaged.

  1. Install a 3 amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the low reference circuit. Verify the ECT sensor parameter is greater than 128°C (262°F).
  2. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the ECT sensor.

Component Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector of the ECT sensor.

Important : Important: A thermometer can be used to the used to test the sensor off the vehicle.

  1. Test the ECT sensor by varying the sensor temperature while monitoring the sensor resistance. Compare the readings with the Temperature vs Resistance - Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor table and verify that the resistance is within 5 percent of the specification.

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0130 or P0150

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0130 : HO2S Circuit Closed Loop (CL) Performance Bank 1 Sensor 1
DTC P0150 : HO2S Circuit Closed Loop (CL) Performance Bank 2 Sensor 1

Diagnostic Fault Information

Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Circuit
Short to Ground
Open/High Resistance
Short to Voltage
Signal Performance
HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 1 Signal
P0131
P0130, P0134
P0132
P0130, P0133
HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 2 Signal
P0137
P0136, P0140
P0138
P0136, P0139
HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 1 Signal
P0151
P0150, P0154
P0152
P0150, P0153
HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 2 Signal
P0157
P0156, P0160
P0158
P0156, P0159
Low Reference
-
P0130, P0136, P0150, P0156
P0134, P0140, P0154, P0160
-

Circuit Description

The heated oxygen sensors (HO2S) are used for fuel control and catalyst monitoring. Each HO2S compares the oxygen content of the surrounding air with the oxygen content of the exhaust stream. When the engine is started, the control module operates in an Open Loop mode, ignoring the HO2S signal voltage while calculating the air-to-fuel ratio. The control module supplies the HO2S with a reference, or bias voltage of about 450 mV. While the engine runs, the HO2S heats up and begins to generate a voltage within a range of 0-1,000 mV. This voltage will fluctuate above and below the bias voltage. Once sufficient HO2S voltage fluctuation is observed by the control module, Closed Loop is entered. The control module uses the HO2S voltage to determine the air-to-fuel ratio. An HO2S voltage that increases above bias voltage toward 1,000 mV indicates a rich fuel mixture. An HO2S voltage that decreases below bias voltage toward 0 mV indicates a lean fuel mixture.
The heating elements inside each HO2S heat the sensor to bring the sensor up to operating conditions faster. This allows the system to enter Closed Loop earlier and the control module to calculate the air-to-fuel ratio sooner.

Conditions for Running the DTC

P0130 ,P0150

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0130 or P0150
The ECM detects that the H02S voltage is low.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P0130 and P0150 are Type E DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTCs P0130 and P0150 are Type E DTCs.

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Engine idling, observe the appropriate HO2S voltage parameter. The reading should fluctuate above and below the range of 350-550 mV.
  2. If the vehicle passes the Circuit/System Verification test, then operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that are captured in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records Data List.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate HO2S sensor.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that the HO2S parameter is between 350–500 mV.
  3. Ignition OFF, test for 5 ohms or less between the low reference circuit of the HO2S sensor and ground.
  4. Install a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the low reference circuit of the HO2S sensor and verify the HO2S sensor parameter is less than 60 mV.
  5. If all circuits/connections test normal, replace the HO2S sensor.

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0131 or P0151

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0131 :HO2S Circuit Low Voltage Bank 1 Sensor 1
DTC P0151 :HO2S Circuit Low Voltage Bank 2 Sensor 1

Diagnostic Fault Information

Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Circuit
Short to Ground
Open/High Resistance
Short to Voltage
Signal Performance
HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 1 Signal
P0131
P0130, P0134
P0132
P0130, P0133
HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 2 Signal
P0137
P0136, P0140
P0138
P0136, P0139
HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 1 Signal
P0151
P0150, P0154
P0152
P0150, P0153
HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 2 Signal
P0157
P0156, P0160
P0158
P0156, P0159
Low Reference
-
P0130, P0136, P0150, P0156
P0134, P0140, P0154, P0160
-

Circuit Description

The heated oxygen sensors (HO2S) are used for fuel control and catalyst monitoring. Each HO2S compares the oxygen content of the surrounding air with the oxygen content of the exhaust stream. When the engine is started, the control module operates in an Open Loop mode, ignoring the HO2S signal voltage while calculating the air-to-fuel ratio. The control module supplies the HO2S with a reference, or bias voltage of about 450 mV. While the engine runs, the HO2S heats up and begins to generate a voltage within a range of 0-1,000 mV. This voltage will fluctuate above and below the bias voltage. Once sufficient HO2S voltage fluctuation is observed by the control module, Closed Loop is entered. The control module uses the HO2S voltage to determine the air-to-fuel ratio. An HO2S voltage that increases above bias voltage toward 1,000 mV indicates a rich fuel mixture. An HO2S voltage that decreases below bias voltage toward 0 mV indicates a lean fuel mixture.
The heating elements inside each HO2S heat the sensor to bring the sensor up to operating conditions faster. This allows the system to enter Closed Loop earlier and the control module to calculate the air-to-fuel ratio sooner.

Conditions for Running the DTC

P0130 ,P0150

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0130 or P0150
The ECM detects that the H02S voltage is low.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P0131 and P0151 are Type E DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTCs P0131 and P0151 are Type E DTCs.

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Engine idling, observe the HO2S voltage parameter. The voltage should fluctuate above and below the range of 350–550 mV.
  2. If the vehicle passes the Circuit/System Verification test, then operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that are captured in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records Data List.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate HO2S sensor.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that the HO2S voltage parameter is between 350-500 mV.
  3. Ignition OFF, test for 5 ohms or less between the low reference circuit and ground.
  4. Install a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the low reference circuit and verify the HO2S voltage parameter is less than 60 mV.
  5. Verify that the following conditions do not exist :
  6. If all circuits/connections test normal, replace the HO2S sensor.

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0132 or P0152

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0132 :HO2S Circuit High Voltage Bank 1 Sensor 1
DTC P0152 : HO2S Circuit High Voltage Bank 2 Sensor 1

Diagnostic Fault Information

Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Circuit
Short to Ground
Open/High Resistance
Short to Voltage
Signal Performance
HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 1 Signal
P0131
P0130, P0134
P0132
P0130, P0133
HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 2 Signal
P0137
P0136, P0140
P0138
P0136, P0139
HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 1 Signal
P0151
P0150, P0154
P0152
P0150, P0153
HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 2 Signal
P0157
P0156, P0160
P0158
P0156, P0159
Low Reference
-
P0130, P0136, P0150, P0156
P0134, P0140, P0154, P0160
-

Circuit Description

The heated oxygen sensors (HO2S) are used for fuel control and catalyst monitoring. Each HO2S compares the oxygen content of the surrounding air with the oxygen content of the exhaust stream. When the engine is started, the control module operates in an Open Loop mode, ignoring the HO2S signal voltage while calculating the air-to-fuel ratio. The control module supplies the HO2S with a reference, or bias voltage of about 450 mV. While the engine runs, the HO2S heats up and begins to generate a voltage within a range of 0-1,000 mV. This voltage will fluctuate above and below the bias voltage. Once sufficient HO2S voltage fluctuation is observed by the control module, Closed Loop is entered. The control module uses the HO2S voltage to determine the air-to-fuel ratio. An HO2S voltage that increases above bias voltage toward 1,000 mV indicates a rich fuel mixture. An HO2S voltage that decreases below bias voltage toward 0 mV indicates a lean fuel mixture.
The heating elements inside each HO2S heat the sensor to bring the sensor up to operating conditions faster. This allows the system to enter Closed Loop earlier and the control module to calculate the air-to-fuel ratio sooner.

Conditions for Running the DTC

P0132 or P0152

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0132 or P0152
The ECM detects that the H02S voltage is high.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P0132 and P0152 are Type E DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTCs P0132 and P0152 are Type E DTCs.

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Engine idling, observe the HO2S voltage parameter. The voltage should fluctuate above and below the range of 350–550 mV.
  2. If the vehicle passes the Circuit/System Verification test, then operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that are captured in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records Data List.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate HO2S sensor.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that the HO2S voltage parameter is between 350–500 mV.
  3. Ignition OFF, test for 5 ohms or less between the low reference circuit and ground.
  4. Install a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit and the low reference circuit and verify the HO2S voltage parameter is less than 60 mV.
  5. Verify that the following conditions do not exist :
  6. If all circuits/connections test normal, replace the HO2S sensor.


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