2001 Pontiac Firebird Base, 2D Convertible, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Monitored Emission Control Systems

OBD II System monitors all emission control systems. OBD II regulations require monitoring of the following:

  • Air conditioning system.
  • Catalytic converter efficiency.
  • Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) system.
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system.
  • Fuel delivery system.
  • Heated catalyst monitoring.
  • Misfire monitoring.
  • Oxygen sensor system (O2S or HO2S).
  • Oxygen sensor heater system (HO2S heater).
  • Secondary air injection (AIR) system.

For specific DTCs required for each system, see INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODESΒ  table. Systems such as fuel delivery, misfire, and comprehensive components may not be listed in a system status list. These tests run continuously on some vehicles, and may not require an indicator.

INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES

I/M System (1) DTC
AIR P0410, P1415, P1416
Catalyst P0420
EGR P0401, P0404, P0405, P1404
EVAP P0440, P0442, P0446, P1441
Oxygen Sensor P0133, P0140, P0153, P1133, P1134, P1153, P1154
Oxygen Sensor Heater P0135, P0141, P0155, P0161
(1) For DTC description, see DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) DEFINITIONSΒ .
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.