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Old 11-08-2010, 06:44 PM
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Question Hi Newbie, Need Help on SS :)

Hey All,

I'm a newbie here, thanks for letting me join!
Original owner of SSexy, she's my 2004 SS!
I joined to ask how to reset her "Check Engine" light after replacing front o2 Sensor. I am limited as to where I can post for now, (I can understand why!) Anyone that can put me in the right direction for info, would be great!
I also have another issue with her security, and trying to get it all rectified as she gets gutted for a new heater core. I thought I had the o2 Sensor squared away until the light came on, on way to Radiator Shop! Thanks RGG
 
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Old 11-09-2010, 01:13 AM
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to remove light try unplugging batt for like 10mins then plug back in
 
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I don't think disconnecting the battery will clear the code. I think it needs to be reset with an OBD2 scan tool (don't know the official name). Unless you know somebody with one, you may have to go to a shop.
 
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Old 11-09-2010, 09:05 AM
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Welcome to the site! I think a OBD2 scan tool will only temporarily erase the code.
 
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Welcome to the forum! As stated above an OBD2 scan tool should work. On my previous car I had to use a pocket scanner to clear an O2 sensor code a couple times a month. (Wasn't worth it to replace the sensor for the condition the rest of the car was in)
 
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Old 11-09-2010, 12:05 PM
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Thanks for all the fast reply's! I had been told a scanner tool may work. I was gonna have the kid at Auto Zone rescan it, but when I had the LS1 Camaro a few years back the car had to be driven till it turned off. Im unsure if that method will also work. Again I cant post in the forum yet, due to the new guidelines by spammers.
Radiator shop says keeping SSexy another day, and I was looking forward to get her back to try the scan tools! Thanks Yal!
 
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Old 11-09-2010, 09:52 PM
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Heyy! Welcome to the forum!
 
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Old 11-10-2010, 12:24 AM
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Old 11-10-2010, 04:07 AM
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I have heard of cars having to be driven to turn off..but it is usually only like 50-75 miles. so if it is still on after that any autozone will scan it and clear it for you for free.
 


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