Are there any other OBDII Codes Besides po420?
First, if ANY other OBDII codes are present, address them first. Evaporative codes, Lean/Rich codes, Timing Control codes, etc… can all cause false catalyst codes when there is actually nothing wrong with the converter itself, so if any code other than the P0420/P0430 family of codes is present, start there!
Can a damaged catalytic converter trigger the code po420?
Yes, they can, but not in the way you think. Rich or lean mixtures can damage the catalytic converter, and when the catalytic converter is damaged/filled with fuel, the efficiency will be low, and the rear O2 sensor will see that and show the trigger the code Po420.
How much does it cost to diagnose a p0868 code?
The cost of diagnosing the P0868 code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair’s diagnosis time and labor rates vary by location, vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type.
What does the code po431 mean on a catalytic converter?
All that code says is either Converter operating below efficency or Converter operating below threshold. Nowhere in the interpretation of that code does it say the converter is bad. Your vehicle may very well need a Catalytic Converter but to determine this, your mechanic or technician should perform proper engine diagnostics.
Yes, they can, but not in the way you think. Rich or lean mixtures can damage the catalytic converter, and when the catalytic converter is damaged/filled with fuel, the efficiency will be low, and the rear O2 sensor will see that and show the trigger the code Po420.
What causes the O2 sensor to show the code po420?
Rich or lean mixtures can damage the catalytic converter, and when the catalytic converter is damaged/filled with fuel, the efficiency will be low, and the rear O2 sensor will see that and show the trigger the code Po420.
How much does it cost to diagnose P0420 Ford code?
The cost to diagnose the P0420 FORD code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair’s diagnosis time and labor rates vary by location, vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour. How much do you know about cars? When is the code detected?
Is the p0868 code a serious problem?
How serious is the P0868 code? The P0868 code is very serious, because of the damage that it can cause to the transmission. Even if a car is operating normally, it should not be driven when the P0868 code is detected.