2001 Toyota Corolla multiple problems

148,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MSKUMON
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1st engine light on code po420 i replaced the 02 sensor now the car hesitates and like in the mornings and after sitting at work all day when i try to take off it sits there for a few seconds then takes off? also the mass air flow sensor gets gunky? when i step on the gas it kinda sounds like a vac leak? i was told the cad conv and the mass air flow sensor? i have alot of black smoke, burns oil, running real rich. also i could smell gas under the hood before replacing the 02 sensor now that smell of gas is gone under the hood but i feel like i smell it on me when i get out of the car? what all is wrong with my car and what should i do to fix it? thank you so very much
May 29, 2009 at 12:36 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Check the convertor by performing a backpressure test, or if bolted on, remove it and inspect the material inside.

If black/cracked/melted then convertor must be replaced.

But you must find cause of rich mixture, check all vacuum lines for cracks/missing connections.

Best thing to do is to hook PCM up to scanner and make sure all sensors are in range or you will be replacing convertor again.
May 30, 2009 at 12:34 AM
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