Wideband O2 sensor testing, P1130 (Lexus RX-300) part 1

Опубликовано: 19 Август 2026
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In this first part of a two-part series, I get my hands dirty on a 2000 Lexus RX-300 with a wideband O2 sensor problem. As I show in the video, the operation of this sensor is very different to a ‘normal’ O2 sensor, and requires some different testing methods. Check out Part II for the conclusion.

Engine Performance Diagnostics chapter 5

Symptoms
pending trouble codes (P0171, P1130)
intermittent rough idle

Fix
replaced the bank one upstream wideband O2 sensor
cleaned the MAF sensor

Tests shown
using scan data to evaluate wideband O2 performance
how to test for a wideband O2 sensor problem or an actual lean condition
using the Snap-On Troubleshooter during diagnostics
understanding Toyota wideband O2 voltage operating ranges and circuit design
scope testing a wideband O2 sensor
understanding Toyota processed wideband O2 sensor data compared to voltage readings

Tools used
scan tool
lab scope
propane

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