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Bad news guys, well for me Sad

On my way back home from work the Damn light came back on. So once I got home I got my code reader and I am getting P0420. Cool

Looks like I am still going to have to buy a CAT.. So I guess I will start saving up for it.

So I got O2 sensor on friday , and installed it this morning.

I connected my code reader and deleted the old codes and only used the for a few errands and no code.
Now she is running again with no codes... Grin

Wouldn't there be a code popping up if that was the case? But I do have a code reader, and I deleted the two codes i had and P0141 came back on right away so changing the O2 sensor was must.

I fixed my driver window, the bracket came off the glass so I re-glued them with some epoxy glue and the also bought some silicone based lubricant to lube up the window guide rails.

Well I think I am going to have to buy a new cat, every morning when leaving to work, I start up my car and it just smell is so strong with gas fumes.

Ok so, I just ordered the sensor, I am hoping this would solve it if not I am going to have to buy a very expensive CAT.. Cry

Hi everyone, I am back on here for your help.

I have been having issues with my CAT code P0420 and now a second code has popped up P0141. I did the research and saw its the 02 Sensor that goes right in the middle
of the catalytic converter.

So my question is, is the CAT bad that is causing the sensor to go bad, or is the sensor bad which is causing code P0420 to pop up.

Any help or insight would be appreciated. Oh and I live California so apparently there are two different 02 sensors and of course the the sensor with California emissions is the most expensive.

Drinking my morning coffee at work, while I browse the web before I get to work.

Filled up the tank

its been like a year + since i logged on, slow day today at work

Well I worked on the car on Sunday and so far I have put around 100 miles. Car kind of feels to run smoother. or it could just be all in my head. Cheesy

Also another recap on the Check Engine light, "P0420".

Well rather then biting the bullet and paying $700 for a new CAT. I thought it wouldn’t hurt to try and clean the CAT. So I pulled out theCAT, blew air into it with a air gun then soaked the CAT in hot soapy water for an hour or so, then ran water threw it several times, blew air again to dry it. Put it back into the car and the check engine vanished immediately, and I did not remove the battery..

So I am very happy that worked out for me.

The Verdict is in, it’s the Starter.

Just want to thank everyone for the help. Really glad I didn’t have to take it to shop and pay a huge fee.

I will be buying a new starter tomorrow, to give it a try.. I also believe the starter is no good..

will keep you guys posted.

OK Guys, really need major help.... Forget about that Check Engine Light

Tried to start my car today and NOTHING.... Cry

First symptoms looked like a weak battery with weak cranking and then no cranking just a clicking.

So I took off the alternator to get it tested and its works just fine.. Tested the battery again and it works.

I tried jumping the car and it still wont turn on..

Could it be a Relay, Fuse, Huh?

HELP