2014 Jeep Wrangler JK Factory Service Manual 28 - DTC-Based Diagnostics

P1621-O2 SENSOR REFERENCE VOLTAGE CIRCUIT LOW

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to the Wiring Information.






Possible Causes

O2 SENSOR RETURN CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
O2 SENSOR
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)

Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 28 - DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure).

Diagnostic Test


1. ACTIVE DTC




NOTE: The most likely cause of this DTC is (K902) O2 Sensor Return circuit shorted to ground.
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With the scan tool, select View DTCs. Copy DTC and Freeze Frame information.
3. Start the engine.

WARNING:

When the engine is operating, do not stand in direct line with the fan. Do not put your hands near the pulleys, belts or fan. Do not wear loose clothing. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.

4. Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
5. Monitor the scan tool for at least two minutes.
6. With the scan tool, select View DTCs.


Is the status Active for this DTC?

Yes


No


2. CHECK THE (K902) O2 SENSOR RETURN CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND


1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the PCM C2 harness connector.
3. Disconnect the O2 Sensor 1/1 harness connector.
4. Disconnect the O2 Sensor 2/1 harness connector.
5. Measure the resistance between ground and the (K902) O2 Sensor Return circuit reference voltage circuit at the O2 Sensor 1/1 or 2/1 harness connector.


Is the resistance below 10k Ohms?

Yes


No


3. O2 SENSOR 1/1 OR 2/1


1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Reconnect the PCM C2 harness connector.
3. Ignition on, engine not running.
4. With the scan tool, monitor the O2 Sensor 1/1 and 2/1 voltage readings.
5. Connect a jumper between the (K41) O2 Sensor 1/1 Signal circuit and the (K902) O2 Sensor Return circuit in the O2 Sensor 1/1 harness connector.
6. Connect a jumper between the (K43) O2 Sensor 2/1 Signal circuit and the (K902) O2 Sensor Return circuit in the O2 Sensor 2/1 harness connector.


Is the voltage between 2.3 and 2.7 volts with the jumper installed?

Yes


No


4. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)


1. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the Oxygen Sensors and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
2. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched or partially broken wires.
3. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals. Verify that there is good pin to terminal contact in the Oxygen Sensors and Control Module connectors.
4. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.


Were there any problems found?

Yes


No