2002 Ford Taurus Code p0133

2002 FORD TAURUS
77,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LONEVADER
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Hello, and thank you up-front for taking my question.
I went the other day to have my car inspection done and the engine light was on(it has been going off and on for some time now, and i guessed that it was the fuel cap...i have had this problem before), when the inspector pulled the code he told me it was the front 02 sensor which i promptly when out and bought. Then i decided to talk to my local mechanic and he said that an 02 code does nto necessarilly mean 02 sensor, that it could be a vacuum leak or an array of things and told me i should bring it in and let him diagnose the problem.
Should i spend the money or go with the 02 sensor replacement?
Jun 6, 2008 at 8:39 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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I would change the sensor reset the system give the car a long test drive 10miles or so
if the light stayed out
return to the inspection station for a retest

Jun 6, 2008 at 9:30 PM