Aftermarket Exhaust Installed & Service Engine Light Came on

ChrisSlicks

My truck has a bit of a cavity in the V between the cylinder heads, I'm always finding nut shells and fuzz left behind by critters. They haven't eaten anything AFAIK, but then again it is running like crap so maybe they did, LOL.

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ChrisSlicks

Yes, both rear sensors are the same.

You can wrap the wires beyond the heat shielded part but I don't think that will do much to keep the varmints out. This was an unusually heavy winter for you guys down there, hopefully next winter you will get to drive it once in a while.

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Spartan 1771

It sat a lot over the winter because of the 3+ feet of snow we got. It won't sit as much over the spring, summer and fall months, but it isn't my daily driver. I'm gonna put some traps/bait under it. I've had a lot of issues with cars over the years, but I never would have imagined this one!

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Spartan 1771

I have to say I think this is a poor design. I realize that you can't stop critters from eating what they want to eat, but these wires are only about a foot from the ground and are subject to being hit by road debris and the elements. A cheap plastic shroud could easily solve most of these issues.

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Spartan 1771

The split is very close to the sensor. Not much to work with. I thought about that, but I don't think it's a possibility.

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LaSeeno

Give it a shot. What do you have to lose at this point? Even if you have enough to splice or twist and use electrical tape it will save you a few hundred dollars for now, maybe years.

Spartan 1771

True. I'll have some time next week to mess around with it. Worst case, I'll just have to spend $140 for a new one and have a friend of mine show me how to install it.

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ChrisSlicks

The rear sensor is very easy to replace (or remove for repair). Rent the O2 removal tool from Autozone or parts shop (usually free with deposit), run engine to warm up exhaust, shut off engine and spray liberally with PB Blaster and allow to cool to touch. Disconnect plug end of sensor and unscrew with rented tool. You don't have to use the tool but it does make things easier.

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Spartan 1771

I didn't realize you needed a special tool. Do they unscrew?

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ChrisSlicks

The tool is entirely optional. At the base of each sensor you will see a typical hex nut in 7/8" size, and you can use a large 7/8" wrench to do the removal. The O2 sensor simply screws into a threaded socket on the pipe.

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Spartan 1771

Cool. Thanks!

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Spartan 1771

If I install it myself, how will I clear the code? According to the dealership (not that they are the authority on anything), you simply can't disconnect the battery to clear the code out.

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ChrisSlicks

You can borrow a code reader from a friend, or disconnect the battery for 5 minutes (step on the brake to drain any residual power).

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Zsteve

Take it to Auto Zone they can read it and clear it for you,, then by the Cobb AP. Im gonna ask for some kick backs from those guys.

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Spartan 1771

Auto Zone will read a code, but won't clear one for you. I plan to buy a Cobb eventually, but that won't be until my warranty runs out. For now all I want to do is clear this code, and spending $300+ for a cobb isn't the route I want to take. :-)

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