Service Information

Captiva

DTC P219A or P219B

Diagnostic Instructions

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

•	Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.

•	Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC P219A: Air Fuel Imbalance Bank 1

DTC P219B: Air Fuel Imbalance Bank 2

The Air Fuel Imbalance diagnostic detects a rich or lean cylinder to cylinder air/fuel ratio imbalance in each bank. The diagnostic monitors the pre-catalyst heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) signal's frequency and amplitude characteristics by calculating an accumulated voltage over a predetermined sample period. An imbalance is indicated when multiple samples of the accumulated voltage are consistently higher than the desired value.

Conditions for Running the DTC

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DTCs P0053, P0059, P0068, P0090, P0091, P0092, P00C8, P00C9, P00CA, P0101, P0102, P0103, P0106, P0107, P0108, P0116, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0128, P0131, P0132, P0133, P0134, P0135, P0151, P0152, P0153, P0154, P0155, P0191, P0192, P0193, P0201-P0206, P0222, P0223, P0261, P0262, P0264, P0265, P0267, P0268, P0270, P0271, P0273, P0274, P0276, P0277, P0300, P0301-P0306, P0442, P0443, P0446, P0449, P0452, P0453, P0455, P0496, P0606, P1133, P1153, P1248, P1249, P124A, P124B, P124C, P124D, P16F3, P2101, P2122, P2123, P2127, P2128, P2135, P2147, P2148, P2150, P2151, P2153, P2154, P2156, P2157, P216B, P216C, P216E, P216F, P228C, P228D, P2A00, P2A03 are not set.

•	Device controls are not active.

•	The intrusive diagnostics are not active.

•	The engine overspeed protection is not active.

•	Reduced power mode is not active.

•	The traction control is not active.

•	The engine is in Closed Loop status.

•	The system voltage is between 10-32 V for greater than 4 s.

•	The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is warmer than -20°C (-4°F).

•	The engine speed is between 950-2750 RPM.

•	The mass air flow is between 1-600 g/s.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

Multiple samples of the pre-catalyst HO2S accumulated voltage are consistently greater than the desired value.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTCs P219A and P219B are Type B DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTCs P219A and P219B are Type B DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

•	The air fuel imbalance diagnostic is very sensitive to heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) design. A non-OE sensor or an incorrect part number may cause a DTC to set.

•	Monitoring the misfire current counters, or misfire graph, may help to isolate the cylinder that is causing the condition.

•	Certain aftermarket air filters may cause a DTC to set.

•	Certain aftermarket air induction systems or modifications to the air induction system may cause a DTC to set.

•	Certain aftermarket exhaust system components may cause a DTC to set.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

•	Circuit Testing

•	Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

•	Wiring Repairs

•	Connector Repairs

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

Read and record the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data taking note of the speed and load at which the DTC set.
Diagnose any other DTCs that are set. Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle .
With the engine idling and the transmission in the Park or Neutral position, observe the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor parameter. The MAP Sensor parameter should be between 20-48 kPa (2.9-7.0 psi).

⇒	If the MAP Sensor parameter is not between 20-48 kPa (2.9-7.0 psi), refer to DTC P0106 : LF1, LFW, or LFX or DTC P0107 or P0108 : LF1, LFW, or LFX .

Inspect the air induction system for modified, damaged, leaking, or restricted components.
Inspect the crankcase ventilation system for improper operation.
Inspect the vacuum hoses for splits, kinks, and improper connections.
Inspect for vacuum leaks at the intake manifold, the throttle body, and the injector O-rings.
Test for a restricted, damaged, leaking, or modified exhaust system from the catalytic converter forward. Refer to Symptoms - Engine Exhaust .
Test the fuel injectors for improper operation. Refer to Fuel Injector Solenoid Coil Test .
Test for fuel contamination. Refer to Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis .
Test for excessive fuel in the crankcase due to leaking injectors.
Test the ignition system for improper operation. Refer to Electronic Ignition System Diagnosis .
Test the engine for any mechanical conditions such as sticking valves, lifters, etc., which could alter the flow into the combustion chamber. Refer to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical .

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure. Verify the repair under the same speed and load as noted in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data recorded during testing.