1998 HONDA CIVIC Intake air temperature sensor

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Procedures (cont,dl
ECM/PCM Data
By connecting the OBD ll scan tool or the Honda pGM Tester to the l6p data link connector (DLC), various data can beretrieved from the EcM/PcM. The items Iisted in the table below conform to the sAE recommended practice.The Honda PGM Tester also reads data beyond that recommended bv SAE.understanding this data wil help to find the causes of intermittent fairures or engine probrems,
NOTE:
' The "operating values" given below are approximate values and may be different depending on the environment andthe individual vehicle.. Unless noted otherwise, "at idle speed,, means idling with the engine completely warmed up, Ay'T in position @ or E],M/T in neutral, and the Ay'C and all accessories turned off.
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DataDescriptionOperating ValueFreeze Data
Diagnostic
Trouble Code(DTC)
lf the ECM /PCM detects a problem, it will store it as acode consisting of one letter and four numbers.Depending on the problem, an SAE-defined code (poxxx)or a Honda-defined code (Plxxx) will be outDut to therester.
lf no problem is detected,
there is no output.
YES
Engine SpeedThe ECM/PCM computes engine speed from the signalssent from the Crankshaft Position sensor.This data is used for determining the time and amount offuel injection,
Nearly the same as
tachometer indication.YES
Vehicle SpeedThe ECM/PCM converts pulse signals from the VehicleSpeed Sensor (VSS) into speed data.Nearly the same as
speedometer indicationYES
Manifold
Absolute
Pressure {MAP)
The absolute pressure caused in the intake manifold bvengine load and speed.With engine stopped:
Nearly the same as atmo-
spheflc pressure
At idle speed:
24 - 31 kPa (180 - 280
mmHg, 7.1 - 11.0 inHg)
YES
Engine Coolant
Temperature
(ECT)
The ECT sensor converts coolant temperature into volt_age and signals the ECM/PCM. The sensor is a thermistorwhose internal resistance changes with coolant temDera_ture. The ECM/PCM uses the voltage signals from theECT sensor to determine the amount of iniected fuel.
With cold engine:
Same as ambient temper,
ature and IAT
With engine warmed up:
176 - 194.F (80 - 90.C)
YES
Heated Oxygen
Sensor {HO2S)(Primary,
Sensor 1)(Secondary
Sensor 2)
The Heated Oxygen Sensor detects the oxygen contentin the exhaust gas and sends voltage signals to theECI\4/PCM. Based on these signats, the ECM/pCM con_trols the airlfuel ratio. When the oxygen content is high(that is, when the ratio is leaner than the stoichiometricratio), the voltage signal is lower.When the oxygen content is low (that is, when the ratiois richer than the stoichiometric ratio), the voltage signalis higher.
0.0 - 1.25 V
At idle speed:
about 0.1 - 0.9 V
NO(Sensor 1)
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DataDescriotion
Loop status is indicated as "open" or "closed"'
Closed: Based on the HO2S output, the ECM/PCM deter-
mines the airlfuel ratio and controls the amount of inject-
ed fuel.
Open: lgnoring HO2S output, the ECM/PCM refers to sig-
nals from the TP, MAP, and ECT sensors to control the
amount of injected fuel.
The air/fuel ratio correction coefficient for correcting the
amount ot injected fuel when H02S feedback is in the
closed loop status When the signal from the HO2S is
weak, short term fuel trim gets higher, and the ECM/PCM
increases the amount of injected fuel The airlfuel ratio
gradually gets richer, causing a higher HO2S output
Consequently, the short term fuel trim is lowered, and
the ECMiPCM reduces the amount of injected fuel
This cvcle keeps the airlfuel ratio close to the stoichio-
metric ratio when in closed loop status'
Operating ValueF eeza Data
HO2S
Feedback
Loop Status
At idle speed: closed
YES
Short Term
Fuel Trim
! 20%
YES
Long Term
Fuel Trim
Long term fuel trim is computed from shon term fuel
trim and indicates changes occurring in the fuel supply
svstem over a long Period
lf long term fuel trim is higher than 1.00, the amount of
injecGd fuel must be increased. lf it is lower than 1 00'
the amount of injected fuel must be reduced'
! 20%
YES
lntake Air
Temperature
{IAT)
The IAT sensor converts intake air temperature into volt-
age and signals the ECM/PCM. When intake air tempera-
ture is low, the internal resistance of the sensor
increases. and the voltaqe signal is higher'
With cold engine:
Same as ambient temPer'
ature and ECTYES
At idle speed:
approx. 10 %YESThrottle
Position
Based on the accelerator pedal position, the open'ng
angle of the throttle valve is indicated
lgnition
Timing
lgnition timing is the ignition advance angle set by the
gCV/eCV. tn" gCU/PCM matches ignition timing to the
driving conditions.
CLV is the engine load calculated from the MAP data'
At idle speed: 12'i 2'
(81642 engine: 16" t 2")
BTDC with the SCS ser-
vice connector connected.
NO
Calculated
Load Value
{CLV)
At idle speed:
15-35%
At 2.500 rpm with no load:
12 - 30%
YES
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ECM/PCM CONNECTOR D I16P)
Wire side ot female terminals
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR D l16P)NOTE: Standard battery voltage is 12 V
Te.minalnumb€r
Wirecolor
Terminaln!meDor.riptionSignal
RED/BLKTPS (THROTTLE POSITION
SENSOR}
Detects TP sensor signal.With throttle fully open: about 4.8 V
With throttle fully closedl about 0.5 V
REDA/VHTECT {ENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE SENSORDetects ECT sensor signalWith ignition switch ON{ll): about 0.1 - 4 8 v
(depending on engine coolant lempe ratu re)
3RED/G RNMAP {MANIFOLD ABSO'LUTE PRESSURE SENSOR}Detects MAP sensor signal.With ignition switch ON(ll): about 3 V
At idle: about 1.0 V
{depending on engine speed)
YEUREDVCCl (SENSOR VOLTAGE)Power source lor MAP sensor.With ignition switch ON (ll): about 5 v
With ignition switch OFF: 0 V
5GRNMHTBKSW {BRAKE SWITCHIDetects brake switch signalWith brake pedal released: 0 v
With brake pedal depressed: baftery voltage
6*?RED/BLUKS {KNOCK SENSOR}Detects KS signal.With engine knocking: Pulses
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PHO2S (PRIMARY HEAT-ED OXYGEN SENSOR,SENSOR 1)
Detects Primary heated oxygen
sensor (sensor 1l signal
With throttle fullv opened from idle with
Iully warmod up engine: above 0.6 V
With throttle quickly closed: below 0.4 v
LABELDetects LABEL resistanceWith engine r!nning:about 0.3 - 4.9 V
8RED//ELIAT (INTAKE AIR TEM-PERATURE SENSOR)
Detects IAT sensor signal.With ignition switch ON (ll): about 0 1 -
4.8 V {depending on intake air temperature)
9*lWHT/BLKEGRL iEGR VALVE LIFT
SENSOR)
Detects EGR valve lift sensor signalAt idle without vacuum: about'1 2 V
With 27 kPa (2OO mmHg,8 in. Hg): about 4 3 V
10YEUBLUVCC2 (SENSOR VOLTAGE)Provides sensor voltage,With ignition switch ON(ll): about 5 V
With ignition switch OFF:0 V
11GRN/BLKSG2 (SENSOR GROUND}Sensor ground.Less than 1.0 V at alltimes
12G RN,4/1r'HTSG1 (SENSOR GROUND)Ground for MAP sensor.Less than 1.0 V at alltimes
GRN/BLK*1?SHO25G (SECONDARY
HEATED OXYGEN SEN'
SOR, SENSOR 2 GROUND)
Ground for secondary heated oxy-
gen sensor (sensor 2).
14WHT/REDSH02S (SECONDARY
HEATED OXYGEN SEN'soR, sENsoR 2)
Detects secondary heated oxygen
sensor (sensor 2) signal.With throftle fully opened lrom idle with
fully warmed up engine: above 0.6 V
With throttle quickly closed: below 0.4 V
15|3. *15LT GRNPTANK {FUEL TANK PRES.
SURE SENSOR)
Detects fueltank prgssure sensor'With fuelfill caD opened: about 2.5 V
16*1GRN/RED
EL (ELD)Detects ELD signal.With parking lights turned on at idle: about
2.5 - 3.5 VWith low beam headlights turned on at
idle: about 1.5 - 2.5 V
*1: USA model*2r A/T (D16Y7, D16Y8 engine)*3: CVT (D16Y5 engane)*4: A,/T and Dl6Y7 engine*5: Except A/T and D16Y7 engine*6: A"/T (D16Y8 engine)i7: CVT (Dl6Y5 engine) and Dl6Y8 engine*8: .96 D16Y8 engine (coupei,'97 D16Y8 engine
models, sedanr KL model),'98 016Y5 engine,
engine, '99 - 00 D16Y5 (M/T) engine
*9: D16Y5 engine*10: M/T (D16Y5 engine)*11: Except M/T (Dl6Y5 engine)* 12r D16Y5. D16YB engine*13: D16Y8 engine*14: Dl6W engine*15: '97 D16Y7 engine (coupe: KL model, sedan: KL lLX) model),'98D16Y7 engine:(coupe: all'98 D16Y8
(cont'd)
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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTCI Chart
connector is connecteda1: Dl6Y5 engine (CVT)*2: Except D16Y5 engine (M/T)*14:'97 model*15:'96 model*16: '98 model
(cont'd)
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DTC
{MlL indication*lDelection liemProbable CausePage
Manifold Absolute
Pressure Circuit
Range/Performance Problem
. Vacuu m connection. MAP sensor11115
P0107 (3)
Manifold Absolute
Pressure Circuit
Low Input
Open or short in MAP sensor circuit
MAP sensor
ECMiPCM
TCM*1
11't1'l
P0108 (3)Manifold Absolute
Pressure Circuit
High Input
Open in MAP sensor circuit
MAP sensor
ECtvt/PCM
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P0.111*14. *15 (10)
lntake Air Temperature
Circuit
Range/Performance Problem
. IAT sensor11-124
PO112 {10}
Intake Air
Temperature Circuit
Low Input
Short in IAT sensor circuit
IAT sensor
ECMiPCM
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P0113 (10)lntake Air
Temperature Circuit
High Input
Open in IAT sensor circuit
IAT sensor
ECM/PCM
't1-126
P0116 (86)Engine Coolant
Temperature Circuit
Range/Performance Problem
. ECT sensor. Cooling system11-124
PO't't7 {6)
Engine Coolant
Temperature Circuit
Low Input
Short in ECT sensor circuit
ECT sensor
ECM/PCM
11-129
P0118 (6)Engine Coolant
Temperature Circuit
High lnput
Open in ECT sensor circuit
ECT sensor
ECM/PCM
11-130
?0122 t1l
Throttle Position
CircuitLow Input
Open or short in TP sensor circuit
TP sensorECM/PCM
TCM*1
11-132
P0123 (7)Throttle Position
Circuit
High Input
Open in TP sensor circuit
TP sensor
ECM/PClvl
11-136
P0131*' (1)
Primary Heated Oxygen Sensor
Circuit Low Voltage(Sensor 1)
Short in Primary HO2S (Sensorl ) circuit
Primary HO2S {Sensor 1)
Fuel supply system
ECM/PCM
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P0132*' ('r)
Primary Heated Oxygen Sensor
Circuit High Voltage(Sensor 1)
Open in Primary HO2S {Sensor 1} circuit
Primary HO2S (Sensor 1)
ECM/PCM
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P0133*' (61)
Primary Heated Oxygen Sensor
Slow Response(Sensor 1)
. Primary HO2S (Sensorl). Exhaust system11-145
P0135*? (41)
Primary Heated Oxygen
Sensor Heater
Circuit Malfunction(Sensor 1)
. Open or short in Primary HO2S(Sensor 1) heater circuit. ECM11-151
*: The DTCS in parenthesis will be indicated by the blinking of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MlL) when the SCS service
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5.
6.
1.
Fuel Cut-off Control
. During deceleration with the throttle valve closed, current to the fuel injectors is cut off to improve fuel economy at
speeds over the following rpm:. D16Y5 engine (M/T):850 rpm. D]6Y5 engine (CVT), D'16Y8 engine (USA M/T): 920 rpm
. Dl6Y8 engine (USA A,/I), D16Y7 engine (USA A,/T);910 rpm
. D16Y8 engine (Canada M/T), D16Y7 engine (canada): 990 rpm
' D16Y8 engine (Canada M/T): 1,000 rpm
. 816A2 engine: 970 rpm
. Fuel cut-off action also takes place when engine speed exceeds 6,900 rpm (D16Y5, D16Y7 engine; D'16Y8 engine:
7,000 rpm. 816A2 engine: 8.100 rpm), regardless of the position of the throttle valve, to protect the engine from
over-rewing. With '99 Dl6Y7 engine (A,/T) and '99 D16Y8 engine (A./T), the PCM cuts the fuel at engine speeds over
5,000 rpm when the vehicle is not moving.
IVC Compressor Clutch Relay
When the ECM/PCM receives a demand for cooling from the air conditioning system, it delays the compressor from
being energized, and enriches the mixture to assure smooth transition to the A,/C mode
Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Control Solenoid Valve*'
When the engine coolant temperature is above 154'F (68'C). the ECM/PCM controls the EVAP purge control solenoid
valve which controls vacuum to the EVAP purge control canister.
Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Control Solenoid Valve*a
When the engine coolant temperature above 154"F (68"C), intake air temperature above 32"F (0'C) and vehicle speed
above 0 mile (0 km/h) or [Ay'C compressor clutch on and intake air temperature above 160"F (41'C)], the ECM/PCM
controls the EVAP purge control solenoid valve which controls vacuum to the EVAP purge control canister.
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Control Solenoid Valve*?
When EGR is required for control of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) emissions. the ECM controls the EGR control solenoid
valve which supplies regulated vacuum to the EGR valve
Alternator Control
The system controls the voltage generated at the alternator in accordance with the electrical load and driving mode,
which reduces the engine load to improve the fuel economy.
ECM/PCM Fail-safe/Back-up Functions
1. Fail safe Function
When an abnormality occurs in a signal from a sensor, the ECM/PCM ignores that signal and assumes a pre-pro-
grammed value for that sensor that allows the engine to continue to run.
2. Back-uD Function
When an abnormality occurs in the ECM/PCM itself, the fuel injectors are controlled by a back-up circuit independent
of the system in order to permit minimal driving.
3. Self diagnosis Function lMalfunction Indicator Lamp (MlL)l
When an abnormality occurs in a signal from a sensor, the ECM/PCM supplies ground for the lvllL and stores the DTC
in erasable memory. When the ignition is initially turned on, the ECM/PCM supplies ground for the MIL for two sec-
onds to check the MIL bulb condition.
4. Two Trip Detection Method
To prevent false indications, the Two Trip Detection Method is used for the HO2S, fuel metering-related. idle control
system, ECT sensor, EGR system and EVAP control system self-diagnostic functions. When an abnormality occurs,
the ECM/PCM stores it in its memory. When the same abnormality recurs after the ignition switch is turned OFF and
ON 0l) again, the ECM/PCM informs the driver by lighting the MlL. However, to ease troubleshooting, this function is
cancelled when you jump the service check connector. The MIL will then blink immediately when an abnormality
occurs,
5. Two (or Three) Driving Cycle Detection Method
A "Driving Cycle" consists ot starting the engine. beginning closed loop operation, and stopping the engine. lf misfir-
ing that increases emissions is detected during two consecutive driving cycles, or TWC deterioration is detected dur-
ing three consecutive driving cycles, the ECM/PCM turns the MIL on. However, to ease troubleshooting, this function
is cancelled when you jump the service check connector. The MIL will then blink immediately when an abnormality
occurs.
(cont'd)
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PGM-FI System
Intake Air Temperature (lAT) Sensor ('96 - 97 Models)
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble code (DTC) P0111: A range/performance problem in the lntake AarTemperature (lAT) Sensor circuit.
The IAT sensor is a temperature dependant resistor (thermistor). The resistance of the thermistor decreases as the intakeair temperature increases as shown below.
RES|STAI{CE {tol
. 32 .. ro. tr. 2r, zaa r..l-20 o 20 /|o ao ao 100 rrotlcl
INTAIG AIR TEMPEMTURE
- The MIL hss beon reported on.- DTC P0111 is stored.- Or from Probable C.use List.
Problem verification:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the IAT sensor 2Pconnector,3. Remove the IAT sensor.4. Reconnect the IAT sensor 2p
5. Leave the IAT sensor exposedto ambaent temperature,6. Turn the ignition switch oN fll).7. Check the IAT with the scantool.
Rsplscg the IAT sensor.
Check tho IAT sensor output:1. Warm the IAT sensor with ahair dryer-2. Check the IAT with the scantool.
Did the IAT rise 2"F (1.C) or morefrom the ambient temperature?Int€rmittont failu.e, system is OKat this time.
Replsce the IAT sensor.
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IIntake Air Temperature (lATl Sensor
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code {DTC) P0112: A low voltage (high temperature) problem in the
lntake Air Temperature (lAT) sensor circuit.
RESISTANCE IKOI
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*2: lf the engine is warm, it will be
higher than ambient temPerature.
IAT SENSOR 2P CONNECTOR {C112)
. a2 .. toa rra rrl l:rt t.al20 0 20 ro ao ao too t2ot.cl
INTAXIE AIR TEMPEFATURE
IAT{RED/YEL)
termrnars
-+-r
I'l'l-_T-
I=
Wire side of female
The MIL has been Teported on.
DTC P0112 is stored.
Problem verification:1. Turnthe ignition switch ON 1ll)2. Check the IAT with the scan
tool-
ls 302'F (150"C) or hagher (or
H Limit in Honda mode ot
PGM Tester) or 0 V indicated?
ls the correct ambrent temper
ature indicatedi'?Roolac€ tho IAT 3ensor.
lntermittent failure, svstom is OK
6t this tim€. Check for Poor Gon-
nections or loos€ wires st C112
{lAT.en3orl and ECM/PCM.
Check tor a shon in the IAT sen-
sor:1. Disconnect the IAT sensor con
nector.2. Check the IAT with the scan
tool.
ls 302"F (150'C)or higher (or
H'Limit in Honda mode of
PGM Tester) or 0 V indicated?
Ch6ck for s short in the wira (lAT
lin€):1. Turn the ignition switch OFF
2. Disconnect the ECM/PCM con-
nector D (16P) (C (31P))*'.
3. Check for continuity between
the IAT sensor 2P connector ler-
minal No. 2 and body ground.
Reoair short in the wire bstweenECM/PCM tD8 (c25)'1) and IAT
Substitute a known-good ECM/
PCM and recheck. It normel IAT
is indicated, replace the original
ECM/PCM.
* l: '99 - 0O models except Dl6Y5 engine with M/T-rf,
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PGM-FI System
Intake Air Temperature (lAT) Sensor
('96 - 98 Models,'99 - 00 D16Y5 engine with M/Tl
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The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) POl13: A high voltage flow temperature) problem in theIntake Air Temperature (lAT) sensor circuit,
taT sENsoR 2P CONNECTOn (Cl12l
I' jrl
SG2 '---.]__+ tAT(GRN/BLKI I I IRED/YEL}
JUMPERWIRE
Wire side of female terminals
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR D (16PI
IAT IRED/YEL)sG2(GRN/BLK)
JUMPER WIRE
Wire side of female terminals
The MIL has been reported on.DTC P0113 b sto.6d.
Problem veritication:1. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).2. Check the IAT with the scantool.
Intermittent tailuJe, systom is OKat this time, Check to. poor con-nections or loose wir.s at C112{lAT senso.l .nd ECM/PCM,
ls -4'F 1-20"C) or less (or L Limitin Honda mode of PGNI Tester) or5 V indicated?
Check for an open in the IAT sen-sol:1. Disconnect the IAT sensor 2pconnector,2. Connect the IAT sensor 2P con-nector terminals No, 1 andNo.2 with a jumper wjre.3. Check the intake air tempera,ture with the scan tool.
ls -4"F ( 20'C) or less (or L-Limitin Honda mode of PGM Tester) or5 V indicated?Repbce the IAT sensor.
Check tor an open in th6 wires{lAT. SGzline!):1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Connect ECM/PCM connectorterminals D8 and D11 with a
3. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).4. Check the IAT with the scantool.
ls -4"F ( 20'C) or less (or L-Limitio Honda mode ol PGM Tester) or5 V indicated?
R€p6ir opan in the wiro! hweenEC-M/PCM lD8. 011l and IAT sen-
Substitute a known-good ECM/PCM end recheck. lf normal IATis indic.ted, replace the originalECM/PCM.