Check Engine Light => 2 new cat converters? jeff in VA - Monday, 20 December, 2010, at 6:36:56 pm |
What are the codes... Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Monday, 20 December, 2010, at 6:39:58 pm |
+1, what you describe is very unlikely............... *NM* JFP in PA - Monday, 20 December, 2010, at 7:04:18 pm |
What were the error codes? Even if the error codes point to the converters being... MarcW - Monday, 20 December, 2010, at 7:27:54 pm |
Re: Check Engine Light => 2 new cat converters? mikefocke, '01S Sanford, NC - Monday, 20 December, 2010, at 7:36:03 pm |
Re: Check Engine Light => 2 new cat converters? jeff in VA - Monday, 20 December, 2010, at 7:57:38 pm |
Of course I can guess the dealer's name mikefocke, '01S Sanford, NC - Tuesday, 21 December, 2010, at 8:27:32 am |
Get the codes read. I'm betting on one or more O2 sensors going bad. *NM* Laz - Monday, 20 December, 2010, at 8:30:27 pm |
Re: Check Engine Light => 2 new cat converters? Jeff: read this... MauriceonLongIsland - Monday, 20 December, 2010, at 11:04:32 pm |
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jeff in VA
So, I just got off the phone with my local dealer. I took my '02 in this morning because the check engine light came on (note that it seems to be driving fine). The first thing he says is "hold on a minute while I add this up." My heart stops. He says the light means I have to replace 2 catalytic converters plus related stuff for a total of $3200. I laughed hysterically. After recovering my breath I am not sure what to do beyond taking it to an independent for verification. Any advice?
Re: Check Engine Light => 2 new cat converters? Jeff: read this... joeve - Monday, 20 December, 2010, at 11:40:15 pm |
Re: Check Engine Light => 2 new cat converters? Jeff: read this... jeff in VA - Tuesday, 21 December, 2010, at 9:24:15 am |
Cats go bad very rarely Red_Lightnin! - Tuesday, 21 December, 2010, at 8:54:47 am |
Re: Check Engine Light => 2 new cat converters? derb - Tuesday, 21 December, 2010, at 10:45:36 am |
Re: Check Engine Light => 2 new cat converters? jeff in VA - Tuesday, 21 December, 2010, at 5:59:40 pm |
Re: Check Engine Light => 2 new cat converters? jeff in VA - Tuesday, 21 December, 2010, at 5:55:51 pm |
The Spark Plug tubes leak... Pedro (Odessa, FL) - Tuesday, 21 December, 2010, at 6:37:08 pm |
What were the error codes? I mean you might avoid paying $3K for new cats only to pay $750... MarcW - Tuesday, 21 December, 2010, at 9:29:28 pm |
Re: What were the error codes? I mean you might avoid paying $3K for new cats only to pay $750... jeff in VA - Tuesday, 21 December, 2010, at 10:11:17 pm |
My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... MarcW - Wednesday, 22 December, 2010, at 1:52:34 pm |
Re: My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... jeff in VA - Wednesday, 22 December, 2010, at 5:50:33 pm |
My 02 has been through a couple of AOSs and there have been more than a few... MarcW - Wednesday, 22 December, 2010, at 6:27:27 pm |
Oh, I forgot to mention this in my previous response but based on what you said about MarcW - Wednesday, 22 December, 2010, at 6:48:03 pm |
Re: My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... jfaltys - 5 years ago |
Re: My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... MarcW - 5 years ago |
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I know this is an old thread. I am getting p0430. My O2 Sensors pass the the IM test, but getting the po430 code. I have replaced the plug tubes, and AOS because I was getting oil leaks and some smoke, which have now cleared up, but the code still shows.
In graphing the o2 sensors voltages, I get wide variations on the pre cat sensors and fairly flat on the post o2 cat sensors.
So I believe that is telling me that my O2 sensors are working and my Cats are working.
The engine seems to be running fine. Could it be Evap components? Purge or vacuum valve?
I replaced the gas cap and then the next time I filled up, the tank sucked in air for about 10 seconds.
I am a bit lost on what to check next.
Re: My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... jfaltys - 5 years ago |
Re: My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... MarcW - 5 years ago |
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jfaltys
This is very helpful info. I have to add some additional info.
I have 3 codes, no pending. P0430, P0410, P1411
I tested the pump/air injection system and found that my hoses are old and the Air pump control/shut off valve is bad. So I have the intake manifold off waiting for those parts.
Once I re-assemble, I hope/assume it will get rid of p0410 and p1411. Then I will rerun the odb2 o2 sensor monitors and determine if the voltages fall in line with your post.
Thank you
John
Re: My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... jfaltys - 5 years ago |
Re: My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... MarcW - 5 years ago |
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jfaltys
After reviewing the data more, I believe my post above is incorrect.
In the picture B1 looks fine. S1 bank 1 and S2 bank 1 look perfect.
S1 bank 2 looks ok, but S2 bank 2 looks like the catalytic converter is not working correctly.
Thank you for any feedback.
Re: My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... jfaltys - 5 years ago |
Re: My 02 Boxster has been generating that P0430 error code now for over 2 years... MarcW - 5 years ago |
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jfaltys
Agreed.
However, if those voltages are sustained over time, would that imply that Cat on Bank2 is bad?
I drove for about 45 minutes, and Bank 1 did not look good until about 15 minutes (I assume when it was hot enough) and then the o2 sensors were consistent to what is seen in the picture.
Similarly, bank 2 never really varied from the pattern in the picture for the entire drive.
Thanks again.
Take it to Intersport Red_Lightnin! - Wednesday, 22 December, 2010, at 10:37:48 am |
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