Topic: Running rich
in Forum: C4 Engines
connections seem fine but how do we know they're actually making contact.
Problem returned briefly for a trip of about 10 miles. (Blackened pipes and fan on unneeded) - so I'm guessing that it's a temp sensor problem that the CCM is reading and trying to compensate for.
I parked and did a scan for codes and found:
Module 1: C-12
Module 4: H-63, H-77, and H-78
Module 9: H-72
C12: I've read is current but indicates all ok.
The H codes are history codes and not current.
I recorded the codes and did a reset for the codes and CEL -- drove it the next day and seems fine again. No black pipes, no CEL, no roughness.
Can't find anything wrong.
C.
Your Module 4 PCM codes are
63 = RF H2OS Open. Oxygen Sensor.
77 = Fan Control, Low Speed
78 = Fan Control, High Speed
The fan codes are set by the control line being opposite of what the PCM is commanding. Ie if the line is expected to be Hi (fan off) but is in fact low, the code will set, and vice-versa. If you have manual controls for the fans that over ride the PCM, these codes will set. No biggie, they don't turn on the CEL , nor are any actions taken by the PCM.
I would clear the codes and see if they come back. If there is a jankey O2 Sensor, that could be the cause of intermittent black smoke, poor mileage, and drivability. If it acts up again, then look for codes again. If 63 resets, replace the RF H2OS.
The Module 9 ASR/ABS Code 72 is Serial Data Communication Link failure. Reset it too. This code when it sets turns on the Service ASR light. So you'll know if it sets again by that indication.
HTH. But if you know how to use the CCM to get all this, you already know what the codes mean. You're the first person I've seen on here use the CCM diagnostics to pull codes. Coolness, isn't it?
|UPDATED|6/21/2014 4:39:11 AM (AZT)|/UPDATED|
Your Module 4 PCM codes are
63 = RF H2OS Open. Oxygen Sensor.
77 = Fan Control, Low Speed
78 = Fan Control, High Speed
The fan codes are set by the control line being opposite of what the PCM is commanding. Ie if the line is expected to be Hi (fan off) but is in fact low, the code will set, and vice-versa. If you have manual controls for the fans that over ride the PCM, these codes will set. No biggie, they don't turn on the CEL , nor are any actions taken by the PCM.
I would clear the codes and see if they come back. If there is a jankey O2 Sensor, that could be the cause of intermittent black smoke, poor mileage, and drivability. If it acts up again, then look for codes again. If 63 resets, replace the RF H2OS.
The Module 9 ASR/ABS Code 72 is Serial Data Communication Link failure. Reset it too. This code when it sets turns on the Service ASR light. So you'll know if it sets again by that indication.
HTH. But if you know how to use the CCM to get all this, you already know what the codes mean. You're the first person I've seen on here use the CCM diagnostics to pull codes. Coolness, isn't it?
Yes it helps mucho, and thank you Dave. Still more or less groping in the dark with the '94 but coming along slowly (with a little help from you kind guys).
Yes the 77 and 78 codes will be because of the manual fan control. I was warned that there would be codes and a history. As you say: no worries.
Looks like we've found the cause of the issue: RF O2 sensor. Will get my man to order one in for me. I understand they're not as expensive on the C4's. I'll probably do both sides if so.
BTW, you say " H2OS " -- is that the O2 sensor you're referring to?
Again thanks for the help. Yes it's fun to get involved -- I love it.
Cheers
Colin.
Filled car today and I'm thinking that I may be filling up the tank too far causing overflow into the recirculating system and subsequent CEL's.
Is this possible and is overfilling something to avoid?
CEL came on for a few minutes on a short journey (after filling) and I could fell the engine run a little roughly. Within a miles tho the light cleared and the engine smoothed out and seemed to run fine again.
Came home and did another scan and this time found both H63 and H64 codes had set.
DTC 63 - Bank 2 (Right Front) Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) #1 Circuit (Open Circuit)
DTC 64 - Bank 2 (Right Front) Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) #1 Circuit (Lean Exhaust Indicated)
I reset the codes again and will see what returns. I'll also let the fuel run down somewhat to see if the problem returns. I suspect that it won't.
O2's coming soon anyway.
Thanks for the continued help.
C.
|UPDATED|6/22/2014 12:28:11 PM (AZT)|/UPDATED|
So we've narrowed it down to O2's and the fault code has directed me to RF, which suggests that there are 4 sensors.
I have read thru the FSM's and can't find the exact section describing the O2's -- just various exhaust and header parts.
If someone can direct me to the right section in the FSM's I'd appreciate it and if anyone knows the number of O2's on my '94 LT1 I'd appreciate that too.
I do have a 7/8" (22mm) Crowfoot wrench and wondering if that's the right size for my '94 P2's.
I also understand that they O2's are plug and play once I change them out.
Thanks
Colin.
EDIT:
Found it: '94 FSM, 6E3-A-1 and there's a diagram on 6E3-A-5
Looks like there are 3 x O2's and there's some discussion that the rear one is unused until '96 (OBD-11).
|UPDATED|6/24/2014 5:35:40 PM (AZT)|/UPDATED|