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Yes, it can. So can many other things - check for codes in ecm.

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Q: Will a bad oxygen sensor make your car run lean?
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Will an bad oxygen sensor make the engine check light come on?

yes


Will an oxygen sensor cause a 1999 Oldsmobile aurora to stall at a stop light?

yes..a bad oxygen sensor can/will make your car stall at idle speed


How do you know if your sensor going bad?

there are usually no symptoms for oxygen sensors if there lean or something. But i f other sensors fail like crankshaft sensor of MAF sensor u will notice drivability problems Sometimes you will get a check engine light.


Can a oxygen sensor go bad if you leave it in the rain?

No but I would recommend to make sure the sensor is completely dry before installing


Why would an oxygen sensor cause a 2001 Ford F150 to die?

The oxygen sensor sends s signal to the computer when the engine is running to rich or lean. If you have it scanned for codes then it will tell you what is happening. The oxygen sensor does not have to be bad to set a code. It could be as simple as a vacuum leak. It is best to see a technician and have him diagnosis it than to replace parts that are good.


What happens to a 1999 Honda Accord when the oxygen sensor goes bad?

When the oxygen sensor goes bad, the check engine light goes on.


What happens when a oxygen sensor goes bad?

When an oxygen sensor goes bad a car will burn gas at a higher than normal rate because it will not be producing as much power as before. The oxygen sensor checks the amount of exhaust.


What does code two lean bank one mean?

Probably a bad oxygen sensor. Lean bank one implies that more air than desired in the air/fuel mixture is being burned by the engine, or in the case of a "V" engine, the bank with cylinder 1. This could be caused by a lack of fuel, vacuum leak or fading output from the oxygen sensor in your exhaust pipe among other things.


How do you tell if the oxygen sensor is bad on a 1998 ford F150?

An auto xray scanner can determine if a O2 sensor is bad.


What can a bad oxygen sensor do to your engine?

a fouled out oxygen sensor can result in bad fuel economy, and make that dreaded check engine light come on, it can also make your car "bogg out" / sputter, when accelerating, when replacing, make sure to get the o2 sensor socket, makes for easy replacement... as far as the check engine light you may need to stop by dealership to have it reset, most will reset for free


Will a bad oxygen sensor cause an engine to miss?

It sure can.


What are symptoms for oxygen sensor gone bad in 97 Chevrolet blazer?

When you have a bad oxygen sensor your car may consume a lot of gas. Your car may also drive slower.