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Control Circuit Inspection

  1. Ignition "OFF".
  2. Disconnect HO2S connector.
  3. Ignition "ON", Engine "OFF".
  4. Measure voltage between VG terminal of the sensor harness connector and chassis ground.

    Specification:  Approx. 2-3V

  5. Measure resistance between VG terminal and other terminals of the HO2S harness connector.

    Specification:  Infinite

    Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between VG Terminal Of Sensor Harness Connector And Chassis Ground
    G06417670Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between VG Terminal And Other Terminals Of HO2S Harness Connector
    G06417671Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Is HO2S display near the specification?

    YES 

    • Go to next step.

    NO 

    • Repair open or short to ground in signal circuit and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
      NOTE: HO2S must have a clean air reference to function properly. The air is obtained by way of the sensor wire(s). Do not attempt to repair the wire(s), connector, or the terminals.