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Object Number: 413157  Size: LF
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Circuit Description

The powertrain control module (PCM) continuously monitors the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) activity for 100 seconds. During the monitor period the PCM counts the number of times that the HO2S responds from rich to lean and from lean to rich and adds the amount of time it took to complete all transitions. With this information, an average time for all transitions can be determined. The PCM then divides the rich to lean average by the lean to rich average to obtain a ratio. If the HO2S transition time ratio is not within range, DTC P1134 will be set, indicating that the oxygen sensor is not responding as expected to changes in exhaust oxygen content.

Conditions for Running the DTC

  1. No TP sensor, EVAP system, misfire, IAT sensor, MAP sensor, Fuel trim, injector circuit, EGR Pintle Position, MAF sensor, ECT sensor, CKP sensor, or H02S sensor 1 heater circuit DTCs set.
  2. Mass Air Flow is between 10 g/s and 30 g/s.
  3. ECT is greater than 50°C (122°F).
  4. Engine run time is greater than 60 seconds.
  5. Engine speed is between 1000 RPM and 3000 RPM.
  6. The engine is running in closed loop.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • Above conditions present for a 100 second monitoring period.
    • VIN K - Ratio of average response times is not between 4.5 and 0.5.
    • VIN 1 - Ratio of average response times is not between 6 and 0.3.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The PCM will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the second consecutive trip in which the diagnostic test has been run and failed.
    • The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

    • The PCM will turn OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) during the third consecutive trip in which the diagnostic has run and passed.
    • The history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction.
    • The DTC can be cleared by using a scan tool.

Diagnostic Aids

A poor connection in the HO2S heater ignition feed or ground circuit may cause the DTC to set. Check HO2S heater circuitry for intermittent malfunctions or poor connections. If connections and wiring are OK and the DTC continues to set, replace the HO2S 1.

Reviewing the Fail Records vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed may help determine how often the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs. This may assist in diagnosing the condition.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step checks for conditions which may cause the DTC to set with a good heated oxygen sensor. Correct any of the described conditions if present.

  2. Before replacing the HO2S, check for silicon contamination. Refer to

    Notice: Contamination of the oxygen sensor can result from the use of an inappropriate RTV sealant (not oxygen sensor safe) or excessive engine coolant or oil consumption. Remove the HO2S and visually inspect the portion of the sensor exposed to the exhaust stream in order to check for contamination. If contaminated, the portion of the sensor exposed to the exhaust stream will have a white powdery coating. Silicon contamination causes a high but false HO2S signal voltage (rich exhaust indication). The control module will then reduce the amount of fuel delivered to the engine, causing a severe driveability problem. Eliminate the source of contamination before replacing the oxygen sensor.

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DTC P1134 - HO2S Transition Time Ratio Sensor 1

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

2

Important:: If any DTCs are set (except P1133), go to those DTCs before proceeding with this diagnostic table.

  1. Operate the vehicle within parameters specified under Conditions for Setting the DTC.
  2. Monitor Specific DTC info for DTC P1134 until the DTC P1134 test runs, using a scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate DTC failed this ignition?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Diagnostic Aids

3

  1. Check the exhaust system for leaks. Refer to Exhaust Leakage - Not OBD II .
  2. If an exhaust leak is found, repair as necessary.

Was a problem found?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 4

4

Visually and physically inspect the following items:

    • Ensure that the HO2S 1 is securely installed.
    • Check for corrosion on terminals.
    • Check terminal tension at HO2S 1 and at the PCM.
    • Check for damaged wiring.

Was a problem found in any of the above areas?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Disconnect the HO2S 1.
  2. Jumper the HO2S low (PCM side) signal circuit to ground.
  3. Monitor the HO2S 1 voltage using a scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate voltage near the specified value?

450 mV

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 9

6

  1. Jumper the HO2S 1 high and low (PCM side) signal circuits to ground.
  2. Monitor the HO2S 1 voltage, using a scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate voltage less than the specified value?

300 mV

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 10

7

Replace affected Heated Oxygen Sensors. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement .

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 11

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8

Repair the condition as necessary.

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 11

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9

Repair the open HO2S 1 low signal circuit or grounded HO2S 1 high signal circuit. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs .

Is the action complete?

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Go to Step 11

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10

Repair the open HO2S 1 high signal circuit or poor connections at the PCM. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Wiring Repairs .

Is action complete?

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Go to Step 11

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11

  1. Clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within parameters specified under Conditions for Setting the DTC.
  3. Monitor Specific DTC info for DTC P1134 until the DTC P1134 test runs, using a scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate DTC failed this ignition?

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Go to Step 2

System OK