32

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What This Code Means

Open loop operation only; Drop in system performance; Drop in fuel efficiency

Possible Causes

  • •Engine wiring harness pin circuit wiring or connectors issue (Pin 10 for 35 Pin MA 1.7 Metal-Cased ECU, Pin 11 for 24 Pin MSE 1.0 Plastic-Cased ECU, Pin 20 for 32 Pin MSE 1.1 Plastic-Cased ECU)
  • •Oxygen sensor below the minimum operating temperature (375°C, 709°F)
  • •Oxygen sensor connector or wiring problem
  • •Oxygen sensor contaminated or damaged
  • •Poor ground path from sensor to engine
  • •Uncleared ECU fault codes after problem correction

Suggested Actions

  1. 1Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from battery terminal, or remove the main fuse for the ECU for approximately 1 minute
  2. 2Reconnect the cable and tighten securely, or reinstall the main fuse
  3. 3Start the engine and allow it to run for several minutes (10-15 minutes of running may be required for codes 31, 32, 33, and 34 to reappear) to verify the MIL remains off

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