Safety Warning
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DTC Detection Logic
The heated oxygen sensor 2 has a much longer switching time between rich and lean than the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1. The oxygen storage capacity of the three way catalyst (manifold) causes the longer switching time.
MALFUNCTION A
To judge the malfunctions of heated oxygen sensor 2, ECM monitors whether the voltage is unusually high during the various driving condition such as fuel-cut.
MALFUNCTION B
To judge the malfunctions of heated oxygen sensor 2, ECM monitors whether the minimum voltage of sensor is sufficiently low during the various driving condition such as fuel-cut.
| (a) | 0.28 V |
| DTC No. | Trouble Diagnosis Name (Trouble Diagnosis Content) |
DTC Detecting Condition | Possible Cause | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P0138 | HO2S2 (B1) (Heated oxygen sensor 2 circuit high voltage) |
A) | An excessively high voltage from the sensor is sent to ECM. |
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| B) | The minimum voltage from the sensor is not reached to the specified voltage. |
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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.