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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS - TESTS W/CODES - 7.4LDIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODESDTC P1153 - HO2S INSUFFICIENT SWITCHING BANK 2, SENSOR 1DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time
Diagnostic Procedures
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Diagnostic Procedures
- Perform POWERTRAIN ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM CHECK , then go to next step.
- Check if any other DTCs are set. If any other DTCs are set, go to applicable DTC test. If no other DTCs are set, go to step 3).
- Install scan tool. Start and idle engine. Using scan tool, monitor ECT display. Operate engine at 1200-2000 RPM for 2 minutes. After 2 minutes, if HO2S voltage is rapidly swinging between less than .30 volt to greater than .60 volt, go to next step. If HO2S voltage is not swinging as specified, go to step 5).
- With engine running at 1200-2000 RPM, observe scan tool display. If scan tool indicates that system is in "closed loop", see DIAGNOSTIC AIDS. If system is not in "closed loop", go to step 8).
- Check if front HO2S bank 2, sensor 1 voltage is staying within .30-.60 volts longer than it swings out of this value/range. If voltage stays within the specified range, go to step 10). If voltage does not stay within the specified range, go to next step.
- Check VCM connector terminal contact at HO2S front high and low signal circuits. If a problem is found, go to step 10). If no problem is found, go to next step.
- Check for poor connection at HO2S bank 2, sensor 1 connector. If a problem is found, go to step 10). If no problem is found, go to next step.
- Replace HO2S. After replacing HO2S sensor, go to step 11).
- Check for cause of sensor contamination (i.e., leaded fuel, incorrect gasket sealer or over-rich operation). If a problem is found, go to next step. If no problem is found, go to step 11).
- Repair or replace as necessary. After repairs, go to next step.
- Using scan tool, select DTC, CLEAR INFO. Start and warm engine to normal operating temperature. Select DTC, SPECIFIC, then enter this DTC. Operate vehicle within the conditions for setting this DTC. If scan tool indicates that this test ran and passed, go to next step. If scan tool does not indicate that this test ran and passed, repeat step 2).
- Using scan tool, select CAPTURE INFO, REVIEW INFO. If any undiagnosed DTCs are displayed, go to applicable DTC test.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.