$500 to replace o2 sensor???
#31
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Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
I'm working on my daughter's '94 Civic DX coupe, shows CEL 43. Already replaced the fuel filter, seems to have plenty of pressure, so O2's are next. I see the primary O2 in the exhaust manifold, but where the heck is the "downstream" sensor? I've looked underneath, had the exhaust disconnected when I replaced the steering rack, didn't see any wires going to the cat. If it really does exist, a picture would help me a lot. Thanks in advance!
In the exhaust manifold.
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#32
Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
How do I know which engine I have in my 95 Civic hatchback?
The valve cover says VTEC E on it. How many, and what type O2 sensors do I have? I can see the one in the manifold, but have not been underneath yet to check for a downstream one.
The valve cover says VTEC E on it. How many, and what type O2 sensors do I have? I can see the one in the manifold, but have not been underneath yet to check for a downstream one.
#34
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Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
Should be a D15Z1 according to this: http://www.hondacivicblog.com/honda-engine-list/
Engine code ID stamp location should be the same as circled in pic below:
Engine code ID stamp location should be the same as circled in pic below:
#35
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Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
#36
Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
VIN# 2HGEH2371SH500106
Ok, so I ordered a new sensor (NTK 24300), mine is a 5 wire wideband type. Installed the new sensor and reset the fault code and the engine light went out.
I drove the car around for a bit and noticed that when the throttle is in a neutral position, meaning not accelerating or decelerating, in any gear, the car sputters and acts like it has a lot of water in the fuel.
It doesn't do this when I'm accelerating or when I take my foot off the gas, and didn't do it before I replaced the O2 sensor. I was thinking throttle positioning sensor or MAP sensor. There is no code coming up, nor is the engine light on.
HEEEEELLLP!
Ok, so I ordered a new sensor (NTK 24300), mine is a 5 wire wideband type. Installed the new sensor and reset the fault code and the engine light went out.
I drove the car around for a bit and noticed that when the throttle is in a neutral position, meaning not accelerating or decelerating, in any gear, the car sputters and acts like it has a lot of water in the fuel.
It doesn't do this when I'm accelerating or when I take my foot off the gas, and didn't do it before I replaced the O2 sensor. I was thinking throttle positioning sensor or MAP sensor. There is no code coming up, nor is the engine light on.
HEEEEELLLP!
#37
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Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
VIN# 2HGEH2371SH500106
Ok, so I ordered a new sensor (NTK 24300), mine is a 5 wire wideband type. Installed the new sensor and reset the fault code and the engine light went out.
I drove the car around for a bit and noticed that when the throttle is in a neutral position, meaning not accelerating or decelerating, in any gear, the car sputters and acts like it has a lot of water in the fuel.
It doesn't do this when I'm accelerating or when I take my foot off the gas, and didn't do it before I replaced the O2 sensor. I was thinking throttle positioning sensor or MAP sensor. There is no code coming up, nor is the engine light on.
HEEEEELLLP!
Ok, so I ordered a new sensor (NTK 24300), mine is a 5 wire wideband type. Installed the new sensor and reset the fault code and the engine light went out.
I drove the car around for a bit and noticed that when the throttle is in a neutral position, meaning not accelerating or decelerating, in any gear, the car sputters and acts like it has a lot of water in the fuel.
It doesn't do this when I'm accelerating or when I take my foot off the gas, and didn't do it before I replaced the O2 sensor. I was thinking throttle positioning sensor or MAP sensor. There is no code coming up, nor is the engine light on.
HEEEEELLLP!
Did it do this before you replaced the sensor too?
Why did you replace the sensor?
Did you have a fault code related to the sensor you replaced?
If you unplug the sensor and drive it around, does it still sputter?
#38
Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
I replaced the sensor because it was throwing the code.
Yes.
Haven't tried that yet.
#39
Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
I put about 60 miles or so on it today with the sensor plugged in, the rear gate seals are bad, so I can smell exhaust while I'm driving. It smelled like it was burning richer than with the sensor unplugged.
Not sure what this means or where to go now.
#40
If you think a good mechanic is expensive, try hiring a bad one
Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
Maybe you got a flaky/bad/damaged sensor? Damaged by a box kicker in transit?
If it did NOT do this before and all you did was replace the sensor, it stands to reason you have a problem with the new sensor.
Unplugging the new sensor pretty much confirms it is influencing the symptom, and is the likely cause of the symptom.
Contaminated the new sensor?
No silicone was used near it, perchance? Silicone ruins them in an instant, both by direct contact or burning in the engine. Antifreeze can ruin them too.
Does the EGR system work, is the passage clogged or restricted?
Plugs good, gaps correct?
If it did NOT do this before and all you did was replace the sensor, it stands to reason you have a problem with the new sensor.
Unplugging the new sensor pretty much confirms it is influencing the symptom, and is the likely cause of the symptom.
Contaminated the new sensor?
No silicone was used near it, perchance? Silicone ruins them in an instant, both by direct contact or burning in the engine. Antifreeze can ruin them too.
Does the EGR system work, is the passage clogged or restricted?
Plugs good, gaps correct?
#41
Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
Maybe you got a flaky/bad/damaged sensor? Damaged by a box kicker in transit?
If it did NOT do this before and all you did was replace the sensor, it stands to reason you have a problem with the new sensor.
Unplugging the new sensor pretty much confirms it is influencing the symptom, and is the likely cause of the symptom.
Contaminated the new sensor?
No silicone was used near it, perchance? Silicone ruins them in an instant, both by direct contact or burning in the engine. Antifreeze can ruin them too.
Does the EGR system work, is the passage clogged or restricted?
Plugs good, gaps correct?
If it did NOT do this before and all you did was replace the sensor, it stands to reason you have a problem with the new sensor.
Unplugging the new sensor pretty much confirms it is influencing the symptom, and is the likely cause of the symptom.
Contaminated the new sensor?
No silicone was used near it, perchance? Silicone ruins them in an instant, both by direct contact or burning in the engine. Antifreeze can ruin them too.
Does the EGR system work, is the passage clogged or restricted?
Plugs good, gaps correct?
The new sensor had the threads lubed with some factory anti seize lube covered in plastic. The engine is tight, no coolant leaks at all, so it can't be that.
#42
If you think a good mechanic is expensive, try hiring a bad one
Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
Most O2 and AF sensors I see come with a smear of anti-seize on the threads already.
Looks like that particular sensor number (in online Honda parts catalog) is unique to the VX trim, and only non-California cars.
Would be nice to have another car exactly the same as yours to use as a parts swap tester.
On the EGR, the passage all the way through the intake manifold needs to be clean and able to flow as much volume as the valve can flow. If it's restricted and can't flow as much as the computer was programmed to expect, the engine might exhibit lean symptoms at times.
I can't see how the manifold in yours is designed but I suspect its EGR passage exits right behind the throttle body. The opening or port in the manifold may be loaded with soot buildup.
I suspect you got a bad sensor, though it is tough to prove it if it doesn't set any codes.
Looks like that particular sensor number (in online Honda parts catalog) is unique to the VX trim, and only non-California cars.
Would be nice to have another car exactly the same as yours to use as a parts swap tester.
On the EGR, the passage all the way through the intake manifold needs to be clean and able to flow as much volume as the valve can flow. If it's restricted and can't flow as much as the computer was programmed to expect, the engine might exhibit lean symptoms at times.
I can't see how the manifold in yours is designed but I suspect its EGR passage exits right behind the throttle body. The opening or port in the manifold may be loaded with soot buildup.
I suspect you got a bad sensor, though it is tough to prove it if it doesn't set any codes.
#43
Re: $500 to replace o2 sensor???
Maybe you got a flaky/bad/damaged sensor? Damaged by a box kicker in transit?
If it did NOT do this before and all you did was replace the sensor, it stands to reason you have a problem with the new sensor.
Unplugging the new sensor pretty much confirms it is influencing the symptom, and is the likely cause of the symptom.
Contaminated the new sensor?
No silicone was used near it, perchance? Silicone ruins them in an instant, both by direct contact or burning in the engine. Antifreeze can ruin them too.
Does the EGR system work, is the passage clogged or restricted?
Plugs good, gaps correct?
If it did NOT do this before and all you did was replace the sensor, it stands to reason you have a problem with the new sensor.
Unplugging the new sensor pretty much confirms it is influencing the symptom, and is the likely cause of the symptom.
Contaminated the new sensor?
No silicone was used near it, perchance? Silicone ruins them in an instant, both by direct contact or burning in the engine. Antifreeze can ruin them too.
Does the EGR system work, is the passage clogged or restricted?
Plugs good, gaps correct?
Most O2 and AF sensors I see come with a smear of anti-seize on the threads already.
Looks like that particular sensor number (in online Honda parts catalog) is unique to the VX trim, and only non-California cars.
Would be nice to have another car exactly the same as yours to use as a parts swap tester.
On the EGR, the passage all the way through the intake manifold needs to be clean and able to flow as much volume as the valve can flow. If it's restricted and can't flow as much as the computer was programmed to expect, the engine might exhibit lean symptoms at times.
I can't see how the manifold in yours is designed but I suspect its EGR passage exits right behind the throttle body. The opening or port in the manifold may be loaded with soot buildup.
I suspect you got a bad sensor, though it is tough to prove it if it doesn't set any codes.
Looks like that particular sensor number (in online Honda parts catalog) is unique to the VX trim, and only non-California cars.
Would be nice to have another car exactly the same as yours to use as a parts swap tester.
On the EGR, the passage all the way through the intake manifold needs to be clean and able to flow as much volume as the valve can flow. If it's restricted and can't flow as much as the computer was programmed to expect, the engine might exhibit lean symptoms at times.
I can't see how the manifold in yours is designed but I suspect its EGR passage exits right behind the throttle body. The opening or port in the manifold may be loaded with soot buildup.
I suspect you got a bad sensor, though it is tough to prove it if it doesn't set any codes.
I'll definitely check that EGR system tomorrow.
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