ENGINE CONTROLS 1F – 535
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1121
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR INTERMITTENT HIGH
VOLTAGE
Circuit Description
The Throttle Position (TP) sensor circuit provides a volt-
age signal that changes relative to throttle blade angle.
The TP sensor sends a voltage signal back to the Engine
Control Module (ECM) relative to the throttle plate open-
ing. The voltage signal will vary from approximately 0.33
volts at closed throttle, to over 4.3 volts at Wide Open
Throttle (WOT).
The TP signal is used by the ECM for fuel control and for
most of the ECM controlled outputs. The TP signal is one
of the most important inputs used by the ECM for fuel con-
trol and most of the ECM controlled outputs. If the ECM
detects a TP signal that is intermittently above the range
of the TP sensor, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1121
will be set.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
S TP sensor voltage indicates a throttle voltage inter-
mittently greater than 4.9 volts.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
S The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will not illumi-
nate.
S The ECM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC set as Failure Records data only.
This information will not be stored as Freeze Frame
data.
S A history DTC is stored.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
S A history will clear after 40 consecutive warm–up
cycles in which the diagnostic runs without a fault.S DTC(s) can be cleared by using the scan tool.
S Disconnecting the ECM battery feed for more than
10 seconds.
Diagnostic Aids
Check for the following conditions:
S Poor connection at the ECM. Inspect harness con-
nectors for backed–out terminals, improper mating,
broken locks, improperly formed or damaged termi-
nals, and poor terminal–to–wire connection.
S Damaged harness. Inspect the wiring harness for
damage. If the harness appears OK, observe the
throttle position display on the scan tool while mov-
ing connectors and wiring harnesses related to the
TP sensor. A change in the display will indicate the
location of the fault.
If DTC P1121 cannot be duplicated, reviewing the Fail Re-
cords vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed
may help determine how often the condition that caused
the DTC to be set occurs. This may assist in diagnosing
the condition.
Test Description
Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the Diag-
nostic Table.
1. The On–Board Diagnostic (EOBD) System Check
prompts the technician to complete some basic
checks and store the freeze frame and failure re-
cords data on the scan tool if applicable. This
creates an electronic copy of the data taken when
the malfunction occurred. The information is then
stored on the scan tool for later reference.
1F – 536IENGINE CONTROLS
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
DTC P1121 – Throttle Position Sensor Intermittent High Voltage
StepActionValue(s)YesNo
1Perform an On–Board Diagnostic (EOBD) System
Check.
Was the check performed?–Go to Step 2Go to
”On–Board
Diagnostic Sys-
tem Check”
21. Install a scan tool to the Data Link Connector
(DLC).
2. Turn the ignition ON.
Is Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0123 also set?–Go to
applicable DTC
tableGo to Step 3
3Check for poor sensor ground circuit terminal 1 con-
nection at the Throttle Position (TP) sensor.
Is a problem found?–Go to Step 7Go to Step 4
4Check the TP signal circuit between TP sensor con-
nector and the Engine Control Module (ECM) for an
intermittent short to voltage.
Is a problem found?–Go to Step 8Go to Step 5
5Check for a poor sensor ground terminal M64 at the
ECM.
Is a problem found?–Go to Step 7Go to Step 6
6Check for an intermittent open or faulty spice in the
sensor ground circuit.
Is a problem found?–Go to Step 8Go to
”Diagnostic
Aids”
7Repair or replace the faulty harness connector ter-
minal for sensor ground circuit.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 9
8Repair the intermittent open/short circuit in wiring
harness as needed.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 9
91. Using the scan tool, clear the Diagnostic
Trouble Codes (DTCs).
2. Start the engine and idle at normal operating
temperature.
3. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for
setting this DTC as specified in the supporting
text.
Does the scan tool indicate that this diagnostic has
run and passed?–Go to Step 10Go to Step 2
10Check if any additional DTCs are set.
Are any DTCs displayed that have not been diag-
nosed?–Go to
Applicable DTC
tableSystem OK
ENGINE CONTROLS 1F – 537
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1122
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR INTERMITTENT LOW
VOLTAGE
Circuit Description
The Throttle Position (TP) sensor circuit provides a volt-
age signal that changes relative to throttle blade angle.
The TP sensor sends a voltage signal back to the Engine
Control Module (ECM) relative to the throttle plate open-
ing. The voltage signal will vary from approximately 0.33
volts at closed throttle, to over 4.3 volts at Wide Open
Throttle (WOT).
The TP signal is used by the ECM for fuel control and for
most of the ECM controlled outputs. The TP signal is one
of the most important inputs used by the ECM for fuel con-
trol and most of the ECM controlled outputs. If the ECM
detects a TP signal that is intermittently above the range
of the TP sensor, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1122
will be set.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
S TP sensor voltage indicates a throttle voltage inter-
mittently less than 0.14 volts.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
S The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will not illumi-
nate.
S The ECM will store conditions which were present
when the DTC set as Failure Records data only.
This information will not be stored as Freeze Frame
data.
S A history DTC is stored.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
S A history will clear after 40 consecutive warm–up
cycles in which the diagnostic runs without a fault.S DTC(s) can be cleared by using the scan tool.
S Disconnecting the ECM battery feed for more than
10 seconds.
Diagnostic Aids
Check for the following conditions:
S Poor connection at the ECM. Inspect harness con-
nectors for backed–out terminals, improper mating,
broken locks, improperly formed or damaged termi-
nals, and poor terminal–to–wire connection.
S Damaged harness. Inspect the wiring harness for
damage. If the harness appears OK, observe the
throttle position display on the scan tool while mov-
ing connectors and wiring harnesses related to the
TP sensor. A change in the display will indicate the
location of the fault.
If DTC P1122 cannot be duplicated, reviewing the Fail Re-
cords vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed
may help determine how often the condition that caused
the DTC to be set occurs. This may assist in diagnosing
the condition.
Test Description
Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the Diag-
nostic Table.
1. The On–Board Diagnostic (EOBD) System Check
prompts the technician to complete some basic
checks and store the freeze frame and failure re-
cords data on the scan tool if applicable. This
creates an electronic copy of the data taken when
the malfunction occurred. The information is then
stored on the scan tool for later reference.
1F – 538IENGINE CONTROLS
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
DTC P1122 – Throttle Position Sensor Intermittent Low Voltage
StepActionValue(s)YesNo
1Perform an On–Board Diagnostic (EOBD) System
Check.
Was the check performed?–Go to Step 2Go to
”On–Board
Diagnostic Sys-
tem Check”
21. Install a scan tool to the Data Link Connector
(DLC).
2. Turn the ignition ON.
Is Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0123 also set?–Go to
applicable DTC
tableGo to Step 3
3Check for poor 5 volt reference circuit terminal 2 con-
nection at the Throttle Position (TP) sensor.
Is a problem found?–Step 7Step 4
4Check the TP signal circuit between TP sensor con-
nector and the Engine Control Module (ECM) for an
intermittent open or short to ground.
Is a problem found?–Go to Step 8Go to Step 5
5Check for a poor 5 volt reference circuit terminal M32
at the ECM.
Is a problem found?–Go to Step 7Go toStep 6
6Check for an intermittent open in the 5 volt reference
circuit.
Is a problem found?–Go to Step 8Go to Step 4
7Repair or replace the faulty harness connector ter-
minal for 5 volt reference circuit and/or the TP signal
circuit as needed.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 9–
8Repair the intermittent open/short circuit in wiring
harness as needed.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 9–
91. Using the scan tool, clear the Diagnostic
Trouble Codes (DTCs).
2. Start the engine and idle at normal operating
temperature.
3. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for
setting this DTC as specified in the supporting
text.
Does the scan tool indicate that this diagnostic has
run and passed?–Go to Step 10Go to Step 2
10Check if any additional DTCs are set.
Are any DTCs displayed that have not been diag-
nosed?–Go to
Applicable DTC
tableSystem OK
ENGINE CONTROLS 1F – 539
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1133
FRONT HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S1) TOO FEW
TRANSITION
Circuit Description
The Engine Control Module (ECM) continuously monitors
the Front Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S1) activity for 100
seconds. During the monitor period, the ECM counts the
number of times that the HO2S1 switches from rich to lean
and from lean to rich. With this information, a total for all
switches can be determined. If the number of switches is
too low, a Diagnostic Trouble code (DTC) P1133 will set.
The lean–to–rich and rich–to–lean are less than 15
switches.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
S HO2S1 signal switches from 0.3 to 0.6 volts and
0.6 to 0.3 volts is less than 15 times within 90sec-
onds.
S Closed loop stoichiometry.
S Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) is greater than
70 °C (158 °F).
S System voltage is greater than 10 volts.
S Engine run time is greater than 60 seconds.
S Purge Duty Cycle (DC) is less than 20%.
S The rpm is between 1600 and 4300.
S Airflow is between 9 and 40 g/sec.S DTCs P0106, P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118,
P0122, P0123, P0131, P0132, P0134, P0135,
P1167, P0171, P1171, P0172, P0201, P0202,
P0203, P0204, P0300, P0336, P0337, P0351,
P0352, P0402, P0404, P0405, P0406, P0506,
P0507, P1404, and P0443 are not set.
S 2 second delay after conditions are met.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
S The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate
after three consecutive ignition cycle with a fail.
S The ECM will record operating conditions at the
time the diagnostic fails. This information will be
stored in the Freeze Frame and Failure Records
buffers.
S A history DTC is stored.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
S The MIL will turn off after four consecutive ignition
cycles in which the diagnostic runs without a fault.
S A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm–
up cycles without a fault.
S DTC can be cleared by using the scan tool.
S Disconnecting the ECM battery feed for more than
10 seconds.
1F – 540IENGINE CONTROLS
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
Diagnostic Aids
DTC P1133 is most likely caused by one of the following
items:
S Fuel Pressure – The system will go rich if the fuel
pressure is too high. The ECM can compensate for
some increase. However, if it gets too high, a DTC
P1133 may set. Refer to ”Fuel System Diagnosis”
in this section.
S Leaking injector – A leaking or malfunctioning injec-
tor can cause the system to go rich.
S Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor – An
output that causes the ECM to sense a higher than
normal manifold pressure (low vacuum) can cause
the system to go rich. Disconnecting the MAP sen-
sor will allow the ECM to set a fixed value for the
MAP sensor. Substitute a different MAP sensor if
the rich condition is gone while the sensor is dis-
connected.
S Pressure regulator – Check for a leaking fuel pres-
sure regulator diaphragm by checking for the pres-
ence of liquid fuel in the vacuum line to the pres-
sure regulator.
S Throttle Position (TP) sensor – An intermittent TP
sensor output can cause the system to go rich due
to a false indication of the engine accelerating.S HO2S1 contamination – Inspect the HO2S1 for sili-
cone contamination from fuel or improper use of
Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) sealant. The
sensor may have a white powdery coating and re-
sult in a high but false voltage signal (rich exhaust
indication). The ECM will then reduce the amount
of fuel delivered to the engine causing a severe
surge or driveability problem.
Test Description
Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the Diag-
nostic Chart.
1. The On–Board Diagnostic (EOBD) System Check
prompts the technician to complete some basic
checks and store the freeze frame and failure re-
cords data on the scan tool if applicable. This
creates an electronic copy of the data taken when
the malfunction occurred. The information is then
stored on the scan tool for later reference.
14. The replacement ECM must be reprogrammed.
Refer to the latest Techline procedure for ECM re-
programming.
16. If no malfunctions have been found at this point and
no additional DTCs are set, refer to ”Diagnostic
Aids” in this section for additional checks and infor-
mation.
DTC P1133 – Front Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S1) Too Few
Transition
StepActionValue(s)YesNo
1Perform an On–Board Diagnostic (EOBD) System
Check.
Was the check performed?–Go to Step 2Go to
”On–Board
Diagnostic Sys-
tem Check”
21. Install a scan tool to the Data Link Connector
(DLC).
2. Turn the ignition ON.
Are any additional Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTCs) set?–Go to
applicable DTC
tableGo to Step 3
31. Start the engine and idle at normal operating
temperature.
2. Operate the vehicle within the specified param-
eter under the Conditions For Setting the DTC.
3. Monitor the lean–to–rich transition and rich–to–
lean transition and note the number of
switches.
Does the parameter show fewer transitions than the
specified value within 90 seconds.15Go to Step 4Go to Step 18
ENGINE CONTROLS 1F – 541
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
StepNo Yes Value(s) Action
4Visually/physically inspect for the following items:
S Front Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S1) is se-
curely installed.
S Corrosion on the terminals.
S Terminal tension.
S HO2S1 wiring harness for poor terminal con-
nection or damaged wiring.
Is a problem found in any of the above areas?–Go to Step 9Go to Step 5
5Check the exhaust manifold for a leak near the en-
gine and repair as needed.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 3Go to Step 6
61. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Disconnect the HO2S1 connector.
3. Jumper the HO2S1 low circuit, terminal 3 to
ground.
4. Turn the ignition ON.
Does the scan tool indicate the voltage between the
specified value?400–500 mVGo to Step 7Go to Step 10
7Jumper the HO2S1 signal and low circuit terminal 4
to ground.
Does the scan tool indicate the voltage below the
specified value?200 mVGo to Step 8Go to Step 11
81. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Replace the HO2S1.
Note : before replacing the sensor, the cause of the
contamination must be determined and corrected in
order to prevent further damage to the sensor.
Check for following:
S Fuel contamination.
S Use of improper Room Temperature Vulcaniz-
ing sealant.
S Engine oil/coolant consumption.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 15–
9Repair the condition as needed.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 15–
10Repair the HO2S1 signal circuit for a short to ground.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 15–
111. Remove the jumper wire.
2. Using voltmeter measure the voltage between
the HO2S1 signal circuit, terminal 4 and
ground.
Does the voltage above the specified value?407 mVGo to Step 12Go to Step 13
121. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Disconnect the ECM connectors and check the
continuity between terminal 2 of HO2S1 and
the terminal M29 of the ECM.
3. If the circuit measures over the specified value,
repair open or poor connection as needed.
Is the repair complete?5 ΩGo to Step 15Go to Step 14
ENGINE CONTROLS 1F – 543
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1134
FRONT HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S1)
TRANSITION RATIO
Circuit Description
The Engine Control Module (ECM) monitors the Front
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S1) activity for 100 seconds
after closed loop and stoichiometric operation have been
established. During the monitoring period the ECM counts
the number of times that the HO2S1 responds from rich
to lean and adds the amount of time it took to complete all
transitions. With this information, an average time for all
transitions can be determined. The ECM then divides the
–to–lean average by the lean–to–rich average to obtain
the ratio. If the HO2S1 transition time ratio is not within the
range, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1134 will be set,
indicating that the HO2S1 is not responding as expected
to changes in exhaust oxygen content.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
S HO2S1 rich–to–lean and lean–to rich transition ratio
is out of specification(between 0.375 and 3.5).
S Closed Loop stoichiometry.
S Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) is greater than
70°C (158°F).
S System voltage is greater than 10 volts.
S Engine run time is greater than 60 seconds.
S Purge Duty Cycle (DC) is less than 20%.S Engine speed is between 1600 and 4300 rpm.
S Calculated airflow is between 9 and 40 g/sec.
S DTCs P0106, P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118,
P0122, P0123, P0131, P0132, P0134, P0135,
P1167, P0171, P1171, P0172, P0201, P0202,
P0203, P0204, P0300, P0336, P0337, P0351,
P0352, P0402, P0404, P1404, P0405, P0406,
P0506, P0507, and P0443 are not set.
S 2 second delay after conditions are met.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
S The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate
after three consecutive ignition cycle with a fail.
S The ECM will record operating conditions at the
time the diagnostic fails. This information will be
stored in the Freeze Frame and Failure Records
buffers.
S A history DTC is stored.
S The vehicle will operate in Open Loop.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
S The MIL will turn off after four consecutive ignition
cycles in which the diagnostic runs without a fault.
S A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm–
up cycles without a fault.