Canada - Engine Control - MIL ON, DTC P0133

Bulletin
TSB2985

Issue Date
March 5, 2008

Market
Canada

Title
M.I.L. "ON" DTC P0133 (ONLY)

Component
ENGINE ELECTRICAL

Models
'05 - '06 Matrix

INTRODUCTION:

Under certain driving conditions, some 2005 - 2006 model year Matrix vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhibit a MIL "ON" condition with DTC P0133 (Oxygen Sensor Circuit Slow Response [Bank 1 Sensor 1]]. The Engine Control Module [ECM] logic has been modified to improve this condition.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
- 2005 - 2006 model year Matrix [4WD] vehicles.






PARTS INFORMATION:

NOTE:
- The ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM] should NOT be replaced as part of the repair procedure.
- Authorized Modification Labels may be ordered in packages of 25 from your facing PDC.






WARRANTY:






REQUIRED SSTs:






CALIBRATION IDENTIFICATION CHART:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:







1. Check for the Authorized Modifications Label affixed to the vehicle in the location shown in Figure 1. Confirm if the ECM [PCM] calibration has been updated. If the calibration ID listed is NOT the latest ECM [PCM] calibration - go to step 2.
2. Flash Reprogram the ECM (PCM).

NOTE
- The GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station MUST be used in Power Supply Mode to maintain battery voltage at 13.5 volts while flash reprogramming the vehicle.
- For details on how to use the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station, refer to the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station Instruction Manual located on ETAS/TIS library > Tools > tools and equipment > GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station Instruction Manual.

Follow the procedures outlined in TSB2758, "Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure", and flash the ECM (PCM) with the NEW calibration file update.

3. Install the Authorized Modifications Label.
A. Using a permanent marker, enter the following information on the label:
- ECM part number [Refer to the Parts Information section for the CURRENT PART NUMBER]
- Calibration ID(s) [Refer to the Calibration Identification Chart for the NEW CALIBRATION ID]
- Dealer Code
- Repair Date
- Change Authority [This TSB number]

B. Affix the Authorized Modifications Label to the vehicle at the location shown in Figure 1. The Authorized Modifications Label is available through the MDC, P/N 00451-00001-25.

4. Start the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature before test driving.
5. Test drive the vehicle to confirm proper vehicle operation.
6. The calibration update is complete.

NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.