FixVault

Control Circuit Inspection

  1. Ignition "OFF"
  2. Disconnect HO2S connector.
  3. Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF"
  4. Measure voltage between Heater Control terminal of the HO2S harness connector and chassis ground.

    Specification  : 4-5V

    Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between HO2S Harness Connector Heater Control Terminal And Chassis Ground
    G08305873Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Is voltage within the specification?

    YES 

    NO 

    • Repair as necessary 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.