Problem after Long Tube Header install.
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Problem after Long Tube Header install.
I just installed JBA Long Tube Headers. I changed out the stock Cats for high flow cats. I already have Corsa X-Pipe and Billy Boat exhaust system. It took a while and it was a bear to get everything hooked up correctly. First start up was awesome!! I crawled under to check for leaks, etc. All was fine.
My problem is as follows: "Check Engine" light stays on when running. I rechecked all four 02 Sensors, they are correctly hooked up. When running, temp gauge on DIC shows: "Coolant temp: XXX", and my analog gauge rolls over to max temp: 260 deg. When I cut engine, with acc on,
both indicators show correct readings (174F).
Anyone have a clue?
My problem is as follows: "Check Engine" light stays on when running. I rechecked all four 02 Sensors, they are correctly hooked up. When running, temp gauge on DIC shows: "Coolant temp: XXX", and my analog gauge rolls over to max temp: 260 deg. When I cut engine, with acc on,
both indicators show correct readings (174F).
Anyone have a clue?
Drifting
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From: Hopatcong New Jersey
Pull your codes, I'd be willing to bet you have a P0420/P0430 code for the rear O2 sensors because of the high flow cats.
Also, check the connector/wires for the coolant temp sensor, it's located between the alternator and cylinder 1's exhaust bank, good chance you damaged/disconnected it while installing the headers.
Also, check the connector/wires for the coolant temp sensor, it's located between the alternator and cylinder 1's exhaust bank, good chance you damaged/disconnected it while installing the headers.
Last edited by dblerman; Apr 29, 2013 at 06:10 PM.
Racer
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From: South Bend IN
Pull your codes, I'd be willing to bet you have a P0420/P0430 code for the rear O2 sensors because of the high flow cats.
Also, check the connector/wires for the coolant temp sensor, it's located between the alternator and cylinder 1's exhaust bank, good chance you damaged/disconnected it while installing the headers.
Also, check the connector/wires for the coolant temp sensor, it's located between the alternator and cylinder 1's exhaust bank, good chance you damaged/disconnected it while installing the headers.
He's probably right about the temperature sensor too. When I remove and install my headers for any reason I remove the plugs and this sensor since they are the main things that can break should the headers get caught on them - I mostly think it's the weight of the headers accidentally resting on them that causes them to crack and go bad. AFAIK this sensor is pretty cheap.
Kurt
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I'd also check the grounds on the engine block and frame that you likely disconnected when you installed the headers. Or else you possibly buggered up something else in the wiring. Also, look up how to pull the codes with the DIC so you can figure out what is actually causing the CEL.
Also, headers and high flow cats does not mean you must turn-off the rear O2 sensors. I've been running them active for 2 seasons without a code..
Also, headers and high flow cats does not mean you must turn-off the rear O2 sensors. I've been running them active for 2 seasons without a code..
Team Owner
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I've never had to tune out the rear sensors with hi-flow cats.
I'll bet dollars to donuts its his fronts that are throwing codes.
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you can pull codes right off your car without any special code readers. Press options button and hold while pressing fuel button 4 times quickly. The car will go into diagnostics mode it will list your codes followed by an H or C or both. H = History, C= Current. Write all the codes down including the H and C and post them here. I'm sure someone can help you if you get those posted. At least it will be a start.
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