I check it an is the O2 sensor in the down pipe.would this hurt the carr or its performance if i dont replace this O2 sensor righ away? I dont feel any diference.
2006-08-25 16:22:08 · 5 answers · asked by Black GT 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
will not hurt it it just will not pass emissions. and you may notice slightly poorer fuel economy
2006-08-25 16:26:23 · answer #1 · answered by shane w 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, your car is OBD II, and that means that the "check engine" light can be anything from a loose gas cap to a failed crankshaft position sensor or transmission speed sensor. OBD II cars have dozens of little sensors that are all hooked to a computer, and there are a thousand ways that the little devils can fail or cause you a headache.
I'd check the easy ones like tightening the gas cap, making sure ALL of your vacuum lines under the hood are connected properly, and replacing your O2 sensor if it's due. If that doesn't make the light go away, go to a trusted mechanic. They can tell you immediately what the trouble code is that tripped the check engine light; it will be stored in your car's computer.
2006-08-25 23:44:14 · answer #2 · answered by Vinny 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually the Check engine lite has to do with smog, 02 sensor or sometimes the vacuum lines for the smog
2006-08-25 23:33:16 · answer #3 · answered by Buffalo Chip 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it wont hurt ur car at all, disconnect battery for 5-30 mins and computer will restart it self
2006-08-26 00:01:23 · answer #4 · answered by zackattack_1988 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While you don't need to rush out and replace it tomorrow, it will affect your performance and mileage.
2006-08-25 23:27:29 · answer #5 · answered by thrill88 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋