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I don't understand, if they are able to tell you it is a potential oxygen sensor issue, there has to be a number showing. Like I said, an oxygen sensor doesn't typically throw a code immediately on startup, so I'm not convinced you have bad oxygen sensors.
Also FYI, only 2 of the 4 oxygen sensors would help with emissions, the other two only monitor the catalytic converter, they don't need to be replaced until they have failed completely, as they in no way control how the engine runs.
I'm sorry, but I can't hypothesize about what may be wrong without that code number. This is all you need to read codes, $15 and free shipping, it'll tell you what the engine code is:
Or go to the Dodge Dealer, and get them to pull codes. Remember a code won't tell you what has failed, it will only point you in a general area, but it will never tell you definitively that Part X has failed and needs replacing.
In the end, it doesn't matter how you get there you just need to know what the exact code is to even start helping.
Also FYI, only 2 of the 4 oxygen sensors would help with emissions, the other two only monitor the catalytic converter, they don't need to be replaced until they have failed completely, as they in no way control how the engine runs.
I'm sorry, but I can't hypothesize about what may be wrong without that code number. This is all you need to read codes, $15 and free shipping, it'll tell you what the engine code is:
Or go to the Dodge Dealer, and get them to pull codes. Remember a code won't tell you what has failed, it will only point you in a general area, but it will never tell you definitively that Part X has failed and needs replacing.
In the end, it doesn't matter how you get there you just need to know what the exact code is to even start helping.
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thanks for the info, and again, both shops said NO number code came up, so?? I'm not sure why, just said Bank 1
and as for emissions, here, if the check engine light is on, its an automatic failure
so even if one 02 sensor isn't a an issue, IF its tripping the code, its a problem for me
I also tried the key deal test to pull a code numberma dn it too also shows NO numbers, just , runs and the then shows'DONe" so no codes showing
I disconected the battrery Poss, and grounded it out, and then the WTO 5 times deal, and cleared the check engine light
ran motor for like 2-3 minutes and NO code tripped, so??
will be taking truck on a drive n a little while and see if it trips on the ride or not?
I was also told some trans issue's will trip codes and NOT show a code
so<<?? after having truck in trans shop for almost a month, and now, this, gets stressful some what!
will try dealer tomoroow to pull a code if it trips again today! and see what they say I guess!
and also I ordered one of the code readers too, but says shipping will be 17-21 days so???
but will be good to have I gather for that price??
and as for emissions, here, if the check engine light is on, its an automatic failure
so even if one 02 sensor isn't a an issue, IF its tripping the code, its a problem for me
I also tried the key deal test to pull a code numberma dn it too also shows NO numbers, just , runs and the then shows'DONe" so no codes showing
I disconected the battrery Poss, and grounded it out, and then the WTO 5 times deal, and cleared the check engine light
ran motor for like 2-3 minutes and NO code tripped, so??
will be taking truck on a drive n a little while and see if it trips on the ride or not?
I was also told some trans issue's will trip codes and NOT show a code
so<<?? after having truck in trans shop for almost a month, and now, this, gets stressful some what!
will try dealer tomoroow to pull a code if it trips again today! and see what they say I guess!
and also I ordered one of the code readers too, but says shipping will be 17-21 days so???
but will be good to have I gather for that price??
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That code reader can only do engine codes, when we were talking about an oxygen sensor, it would be able to pull that code.
When there is a problem detected with the tranny, it will throw a code as well, the only thing is only some code readers can read a transmission code. The code reader I linked to would not read a transmission code (same for ABS).
I realize that if one O2 sensor is tripping a code it will fail you. What I meant was a "Tune Up" by replacing the O2 sensors, if there are no codes being thrown, only requires you to replace two of the O2 sensors, as the other two do not affect engine performance in any way.
If it stays off I wouldn't worry about it till it comes on again. Drive it and see what happens.
When there is a problem detected with the tranny, it will throw a code as well, the only thing is only some code readers can read a transmission code. The code reader I linked to would not read a transmission code (same for ABS).
I realize that if one O2 sensor is tripping a code it will fail you. What I meant was a "Tune Up" by replacing the O2 sensors, if there are no codes being thrown, only requires you to replace two of the O2 sensors, as the other two do not affect engine performance in any way.
If it stays off I wouldn't worry about it till it comes on again. Drive it and see what happens.
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That code reader can only do engine codes, when we were talking about an oxygen sensor, it would be able to pull that code.
When there is a problem detected with the tranny, it will throw a code as well, the only thing is only some code readers can read a transmission code. The code reader I linked to would not read a transmission code (same for ABS).
I realize that if one O2 sensor is tripping a code it will fail you. What I meant was a "Tune Up" by replacing the O2 sensors, if there are no codes being thrown, only requires you to replace two of the O2 sensors, as the other two do not affect engine performance in any way.
If it stays off I wouldn't worry about it till it comes on again. Drive it and see what happens.
When there is a problem detected with the tranny, it will throw a code as well, the only thing is only some code readers can read a transmission code. The code reader I linked to would not read a transmission code (same for ABS).
I realize that if one O2 sensor is tripping a code it will fail you. What I meant was a "Tune Up" by replacing the O2 sensors, if there are no codes being thrown, only requires you to replace two of the O2 sensors, as the other two do not affect engine performance in any way.
If it stays off I wouldn't worry about it till it comes on again. Drive it and see what happens.
what two 02 sensors would be reading for emisions??
as if I have to replace , I would rather start there with them 2 and then see
but don't know what 2 they are, are they the one's before the cat or after ir? left or Rt side(drivers side being rt)
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thank appreciate the help
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Well if it ends up one is failing and causing the code, you replace that one.
If your vehicle is running dirty and you just need to do a tune up and want to replace the O2 sensors, because you suspect they are getting lazy and on their way out, you would replace the two before the cat. The ones after the cat are just for monitoring if the cat is working. Even if the ones behind the cat fail and throw a code, it won't impact how your vehicle runs. but you would fail emissions. For that reason i wouldn't replace the ones behind the cat until they actually throw a code.
If your vehicle is running dirty and you just need to do a tune up and want to replace the O2 sensors, because you suspect they are getting lazy and on their way out, you would replace the two before the cat. The ones after the cat are just for monitoring if the cat is working. Even if the ones behind the cat fail and throw a code, it won't impact how your vehicle runs. but you would fail emissions. For that reason i wouldn't replace the ones behind the cat until they actually throw a code.
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thanks, but as of right nwo I don't know what one is actually throwing a code
and after the reset I did
so far about 200 miles and NO check engine light has come on
BUT if it does come back on, I will be hitting my dealer to see if they can pin point what 02 sensor is tripping code
and replace them(or one)
also plan to install a new muffler, as again old one has a few small rust spots and the seam is opening up some at the end
don't think this is an issue as is, but needs to be replaced sooner or later so, have one on its way now, to rule that out any how!
thanks again for all the help/suggestions and information
much appreciated it
will update againn IF I trip a code again
Hoping myabe that , that reset I did maybe corrected something that wasn't quite right or???
for now seems OK
200 plus miles and no trip!/ code!
and after the reset I did
so far about 200 miles and NO check engine light has come on
BUT if it does come back on, I will be hitting my dealer to see if they can pin point what 02 sensor is tripping code
and replace them(or one)
also plan to install a new muffler, as again old one has a few small rust spots and the seam is opening up some at the end
don't think this is an issue as is, but needs to be replaced sooner or later so, have one on its way now, to rule that out any how!
thanks again for all the help/suggestions and information
much appreciated it
will update againn IF I trip a code again
Hoping myabe that , that reset I did maybe corrected something that wasn't quite right or???
for now seems OK
200 plus miles and no trip!/ code!
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From: Woodbury Tn
thanks, but as of right nwo I don't know what one is actually throwing a code
and after the reset I did
so far about 200 miles and NO check engine light has come on
BUT if it does come back on, I will be hitting my dealer to see if they can pin point what 02 sensor is tripping code
and replace them(or one)
also plan to install a new muffler, as again old one has a few small rust spots and the seam is opening up some at the end
don't think this is an issue as is, but needs to be replaced sooner or later so, have one on its way now, to rule that out any how!
thanks again for all the help/suggestions and information
much appreciated it
will update againn IF I trip a code again
Hoping myabe that , that reset I did maybe corrected something that wasn't quite right or???
for now seems OK
200 plus miles and no trip!/ code!
and after the reset I did
so far about 200 miles and NO check engine light has come on
BUT if it does come back on, I will be hitting my dealer to see if they can pin point what 02 sensor is tripping code
and replace them(or one)
also plan to install a new muffler, as again old one has a few small rust spots and the seam is opening up some at the end
don't think this is an issue as is, but needs to be replaced sooner or later so, have one on its way now, to rule that out any how!
thanks again for all the help/suggestions and information
much appreciated it
will update againn IF I trip a code again
Hoping myabe that , that reset I did maybe corrected something that wasn't quite right or???
for now seems OK
200 plus miles and no trip!/ code!
Go buy a good tuner and it will tell you exactly which 02 sensor is tripping the code. It will say Bank 1 or 2 upstream or downstream or something like that, or it may be something else making the light come on and they will tell you that also. Id say if you have driven 200 miles without a light....you should be good to go....good luck
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Go buy a good tuner and it will tell you exactly which 02 sensor is tripping the code. It will say Bank 1 or 2 upstream or downstream or something like that, or it may be something else making the light come on and they will tell you that also. Id say if you have driven 200 miles without a light....you should be good to go....good luck
off AMAZON, but didn't notice till I placed the order that its 14-21 days till it gets here ??
but do have one on its way
I am just hoping I get my new inspection sticker and it stays off till that happens
they charge me pass or fail so, non point in spending money twice if I can !
Thanks everyone for the help and info
much appreciate it!
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thanks guys
I understand things wear out, part of life on vehicles for sure
BUT two yrs ago, when they did my emissions test, I was borderline pasing, so, I had a tune up done at the dodge dealer, and had them replace all 4 O2 sensors, as was suggested to help with ???
so, they are only like 2 yrs old
NOT saying a 2 yr old part cannot fail, sure it happens
but was wondering more about if the enw trans had anything to do with one going
and
since both auto parts dealers said there was no code number showing on reader??
and to be honest they wanted like 30 or 40 bucks an 02 sensor, and did say, it might NOT be the issue
they really didn't push me to buy anything? seemed they too were confused by what really was wrong?
so, asking NOW
would a dodge dealers reader be more specific in details
would it actually tell me, what sensor is bad, or if its not a sensor, something else
as I called my local dealer, and they said they charge for a reading??
didn't say how much, but that there is a charge for the reading??
and I don't really wnat to be paying them if there not going to be able to tell me more specific info
as if I have to replace parts till I find the right one, no point in paying more to get same results?
any help suggestions are much appreciated
and thanks for all so far!
I understand things wear out, part of life on vehicles for sure
BUT two yrs ago, when they did my emissions test, I was borderline pasing, so, I had a tune up done at the dodge dealer, and had them replace all 4 O2 sensors, as was suggested to help with ???
so, they are only like 2 yrs old
NOT saying a 2 yr old part cannot fail, sure it happens
but was wondering more about if the enw trans had anything to do with one going
and
since both auto parts dealers said there was no code number showing on reader??
and to be honest they wanted like 30 or 40 bucks an 02 sensor, and did say, it might NOT be the issue
they really didn't push me to buy anything? seemed they too were confused by what really was wrong?
so, asking NOW
would a dodge dealers reader be more specific in details
would it actually tell me, what sensor is bad, or if its not a sensor, something else
as I called my local dealer, and they said they charge for a reading??
didn't say how much, but that there is a charge for the reading??
and I don't really wnat to be paying them if there not going to be able to tell me more specific info
as if I have to replace parts till I find the right one, no point in paying more to get same results?
any help suggestions are much appreciated
and thanks for all so far!
How many miles are on the sensors that are "only two years old"? Most manufacturers recommend replacing O2 Sensors around 50-65K miles.
Here's an interesting read on O2 sensors: Oxygen Sensors Technical Information