Oxygen sensor replcement
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Oxygen sensor replacement
The guy at NAPA told me that they are now recommending changing the oxygen sensors every 30000 miles on all cars. What do you guys think? How do I know if mine should be changed out? My car has 35000 miles on it. Is it due?
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[Modified by vetteman32, 10:21 PM 4/13/2002]
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Re: Oxygen sensor replacement (vetteman32)
I doubt it, but if you want to, go ahead. Its preventative maintenance
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Re: Oxygen sensor replacement (vetteman32)
sounds like sales pitch. Along the lines of Jiffylube recommending oil changes every 3000 miles. Pretty soon it'll be every 1000 miles.
Anyways, on mine, an O2 sensor is cake to change. Ridiculously easy to swap. I hate to say it, but I don't change until it goes bad.
[Modified by 89 Paul in cal, 4:03 PM 4/13/2002]
Anyways, on mine, an O2 sensor is cake to change. Ridiculously easy to swap. I hate to say it, but I don't change until it goes bad.
[Modified by 89 Paul in cal, 4:03 PM 4/13/2002]
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Re: Oxygen sensor replacement (vetteman32)
I had a Napa Crapa O2 sensor.It stuck to the lean side shortly after purchase.Which, sinse I had just changed it, I kept thinking, "my problem couldnt be that".
I got a chevy one now and all is better.For how long?I dont know.
I recommend not buying anythng sensor related from anyone but chevy.They set the standard higher for manufacturers.
I got a chevy one now and all is better.For how long?I dont know.
I recommend not buying anythng sensor related from anyone but chevy.They set the standard higher for manufacturers.
