DTC P0131 [L8, LF]

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DTC P0131 | A/F sensor circuit low input
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DETECTION CONDITION | • The PCM monitors the input voltage from the A/F sensor and the A/F sensor output current when the engine is running. If the input voltage is less than 1.8 V or the output current is less than –5 mA, the PCM determines that the A/F sensor circuit voltage is low. Diagnostic support note • This is a continuous monitor (A/F sensor, HO2S). • The MIL illuminates if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition in two consecutive drive cycles or in one drive cycle while the DTC for the same malfunction has been stored in the PCM. • PENDING CODE is available if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition during the first drive cycle. • FREEZE FRAME DATA (Mode 2/Mode 12) is available. • The DTC is stored in the PCM memory.
POSSIBLE CAUSE | • A/F sensor connector or terminals malfunction • Short to ground in wiring harness between the following terminals: ― A/F sensor terminal A and PCM terminal 2AD ― A/F sensor terminal B and PCM terminal 2Z • PCM connector or terminals malfunction • A/F sensor malfunction • PCM malfunction

Diagnostic procedure

STEP | INSPECTION | ACTION
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1 | VERIFY FREEZE FRAME DATA (MODE 12) AND DIAGNOSTIC MONITORING TEST RESULTS HAVE BEEN RECORDED • Have the FREEZE FRAME DATA (Mode 12) and DIAGNOSTIC MONITORING TEST RESULTS (A/F sensor, HO2S related) been recorded? | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Record the FREEZE FRAME DATA (Mode 12) and DIAGNOSTIC MONITORING TEST RESULTS on repair order, then go to the next step.
2 | VERIFY RELATED SERVICE INFORMATION AVAILABILITY • Verify related Service Information availability. • Is any related Service Information available? | Yes | Perform repair or diagnosis according to the available Service Information. • If the vehicle is not repaired, go to the next step.
No | Go to the next step.
3 | VERIFY RELATED PENDING CODE AND STORED DTC • Turn the ignition switch off, then to the ON position (engine off). • Perform the Pending Trouble Code Access Procedure and DTC Reading Procedure. (See ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC TEST [L8, LF].) • Are any DTCs present? | Yes | Go to the appropriate DTC troubleshooting. (See DTC TABLE [L8, LF].)
No | Go to the next step.
4 | IDENTIFY TRIGGER DTC FOR FREEZE FRAME DATA (MODE 2) • Perform the Freeze Frame PID Data Access Procedure. (See ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC TEST [L8, LF].) • Is the DTC P0131 on FREEZE FRAME DATA (Mode 2)? | Yes | Go to the next step.
No | Go to the DTC troubleshooting on FREEZE FRAME DATA (Mode 2). (See DTC TABLE [L8, LF].)
5 | INSPECT A/F SENSOR CONNECTOR AND TERMINALS • Turn the ignition switch off. • Disconnect the A/F sensor connector. • Inspect for poor connection (such as damaged/pulled-out pins, corrosion). • Is there any malfunction? | Yes | Repair or replace the connector or terminals, then go to Step 9.
No | Go to the next step.
6 | INSPECT A/F SENSOR CIRCUIT FOR SHORT TO GROUND • A/F sensor connector is disconnected. • Inspect for continuity between the following terminals (wiring harness-side) and body ground: ― A/F sensor terminal A ― A/F sensor terminal B • Is there continuity? | Yes | If the short to ground circuit could be detected: • Repair or replace the wiring harness for a possible short to ground. If the short to ground circuit could not be detected: • Replace the PCM (short to ground in PCM internal circuit). (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L8, LF].) Go to Step 9.
No | Go to the next step.
7 | INSPECT PCM CONNECTOR AND TERMINALS • Disconnect the PCM connector. • Inspect for poor connection (such as damaged/pulled-out pins, corrosion). • Is there any malfunction? | Yes | Repair or replace the connector or terminals, then go to Step 9.
No | Go to the next step.
8 | INSPECT A/F SENSOR • Reconnect the A/F sensor and PCM connectors. • Inspect the A/F sensor. (See AIR FUEL RATIO (A/F) SENSOR INSPECTION [L8, LF].) • Is there any malfunction? | Yes | Replace the A/F sensor, then go to the next step. (See AIR FUEL RATIO (A/F) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L8, LF].)
No | Go to the next step.
9 | VERIFY DTC TROUBLESHOOTING COMPLETED • Make sure to reconnect all disconnected connectors. • Clear the DTC from the PCM memory using the M-MDS. (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE [L8, LF].) • Perform the KOEO/KOER self test. (See KOEO/KOER SELF TEST [L8, LF].) • Is the PENDING CODE for this DTC present? | Yes | Replace the PCM, then go to the next step. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L8, LF].)
No | Go to the next step.
10 | VERIFY AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE • Perform the “AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE”. (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE [L8, LF].) • Are any DTCs present? | Yes | Go to the applicable DTC troubleshooting. (See DTC TABLE [L8, LF].)
No | DTC troubleshooting completed.