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#1965 of 4960 Driving with oxygen sensor disconnected by rln1 Sep 01, 2005 (8:19 pm)
I'm following the manufacturer's workshop manual in trying to troubleshoot an infrequent stalling problem. The manual lists a half-dozen possible causes. One suggestion is to disconnect the oxygen sensor, drive the car, and see whether the problem goes away. If it does, then the oxygen sensor should be replaced. My question: Will test-driving the car with the oxygen sensor disconnected foul the catalytic converter? My highly experienced mechanic advises not driving the car unless the sensor is hooked up. I'd be grateful for an expert opinion.
#1966 of 4960 throttle body noise by rlenz2711 Sep 02, 2005 (3:48 am)
I have a 92 chevy 350 tbi. there is a loud knocking noise coming from the throttle body until the engine warms up. It quiets down after about 10 minutes. Could this be the injectors or the pressure regulator. using a stethoscope the noise is all over the top of the throttle body. Thanks
#1967 of 4960 Headlight adjustment by dsutherland Sep 02, 2005 (5:41 pm)
My headlights are set too high, need to adjust them down but cannot figure out how? 2005 Tacoma 4X2.
#1968 of 4960 start stall by seitz_82 Sep 02, 2005 (7:59 pm)
i have an '89 olds cutlass ciera i just started it up after three months it ran for an hour now it wont start. what it will do is start then stall out like it wants to run. i think it may be the air charge sensor. To find out what the code is i know you can use a paper clip but i dont remember which posts it touch toe paper clip to or may be an easier way to fix it or find out. thanks Replies to this message: alcan (Sep 03, 2005 3:23 am)
#1969 of 4960 Re: start stall [seitz_82] by alcan Sep 03, 2005 (3:23 am)
Replying to: seitz_82 (Sep 02, 2005 7:59 pm) A & B: http://www.troublecodes.net/GM/
#1970 of 4960 Volvo S70 dash question by mdwalton1 Sep 03, 2005 (3:21 pm)
While starting my car today, the dash blinked "dISC" (looked just like that) where the time and temperature is normally read. Did it twice, then stopped. As the dealer is closed today, I'm trying to find out from others what this means (and if I can take it 15 miles away to my indy mechanic or if it'll shut down on me on the highway). Replies to this message: qbrozen (Sep 03, 2005 4:16 pm) mdwalton1 (Sep 03, 2005 4:55 pm)
#1971 of 4960 Re: Volvo S70 dash question [mdwalton1] by qbrozen Sep 03, 2005 (4:16 pm)
Replying to: mdwalton1 (Sep 03, 2005 3:21 pm) this is VERY common (i'm really surprised this is the first time you are seeing it). The connectors on the switch get dirty and lose contact. MOst times, the quick and easy fix is the quickly rotate the switch all the way left and right several times. This will usually clean the connectors. In more extreme cases, you can remove it, disassemble it, and clean it. Or, of course, you could always replace it. Replies to this message: mdwalton1 (Sep 03, 2005 4:55 pm)
#1972 of 4960 Re: Volvo S70 dash question [qbrozen] by mdwalton1 Sep 03, 2005 (4:55 pm)
Replying to: qbrozen (Sep 03, 2005 4:16 pm) If I read this correctly, I think you mean the knob that tells me the temp. and miles is dirty and that's why the word "dISC" is flashing. If so, I'll try to flip it a few times and see if it stops doing that. Thanks for your help!!
#1974 of 4960 checking 94 Geo Metro transmission fluid by bman541 Sep 03, 2005 (6:29 pm)
I have a 5 speed and want to check the trans oil level. I assume there is a check plug but I haven't found it. Can anyone guide me in the right direction?