Code 13, Open Oxygen (O2) Sensor Circuit: Notes

1992 Chevrolet Cavalier RS, 2D Convertible, 2.2 4, StandardSECTION Notes
CODE 13 ECM TERMINAL & CIRCUIT WIRING IDENTIFICATION

Application ECM Terminal Wire Color
"F", "J" & "L" Bodies
O2 Signal GE14 Purple
O2 Ground GE15 Tan
"W"
O2 Signal A16 Purple
O2 Ground A22 Tan
NOTE: Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart.
  1. This tests if problem still exists. Vehicle cannot enter "closed loop" mode if O2 sensor circuit is open. Code 13 indicates an open in O2 sensor circuit. Code will set if:
    • Engine is at normal operating temperature.
    • Neither Code 21 nor Code 22 is stored.
    • O2 sensor voltage is constant within a specified range (.34-.55 volt).
    • Throttle angle is greater than idle.
    • A precalibrated amount of time has elapsed since start-up.
    • All conditions have existed for a precalibrated amount time.
  2. Determines if O2 sensor, wiring or control module is at fault. If wiring is good, grounding O2 sensor wire will cause .45 volt reference supplied by control module to pull low.
  3. This tests O2 sensor circuit wiring. Use only a high impedance (10-megohm minimum) digital voltmeter.
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