Those codes can pop up for a lot of other problems is why I asked. Most of the parts stores see a code and immediately say, "oh that is part XXXX", but the codes very seldom point to a part.
Take a common P0301 code for instance. That means "misfire on cylinder number 1"
The parts store is going to tell you, replace the plugs and wires (or coil if a coil on plug system). Could that be the problem?
Yep, but it could also be a bad valve(s) in the head, worn cam lobe(s), low compression, plugged or leaking fuel injector, bad PCM, bad ignition module or a bad head gasket.
Thing is that two tests can eliminate or find most of those easily. Relative cranking compression test, and a simple scope test of the ignition in that cylinder.
If they did not erase the code it should still be in the history codes, they should be able to get that for you if you wanted. My bet is that, as the light went off, you have a wiring issue to the sensor, either a wire rubbed or melted or the connector is corroded. That is because if it was the internal sensor itself, the light would still be on, they do not repair themselves.
So look over the wiring from all the sensors and make sure it is not damaged or corroded.
Thursday, November 16th, 2017 AT 1:57 PM