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Old 06-06-2007, 06:57 AM
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Engine code po420 some advise

Just got the engine code PO420 I was told I have to replace the canister and close valve.Does that mean it is stuck close? Is this something I can do myself ( I change my oil, did plugs and brakes) so thats about all of done thanks to this site. The dealership wanted 565.00 for the 2 parts with labor seems high. Thank you for any help IS this a MUST fix or can it wait
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Old 06-06-2007, 07:46 AM
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no it's easy. look on the write ups.

This is what I learned from Maxima.org and googling

02 sensors
Knock sensors
Purge control valve
Evap purge canister
Alternator
Starter
Seloniod Valvce
Install a full catbak system
Replace headers
Spark plugs / wires
much more



I already knew basic stuff like oil change and stuff like that.
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Old 06-06-2007, 10:37 AM
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Correct me if I am wrong but isnt 0420 is a cat/ 02 code?
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Old 06-06-2007, 10:40 AM
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Right Bank Catalyst Fault
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Old 04-29-2008, 07:46 PM
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just got back from dealership. code po420 and p1167. told $1450 to replace cat and o2 sensor. car rattles and they said cat breaking up could suck back into engine and destroy it. Check engine light is on and runs rough at 5000 Rpm s +. This ia an 2002 . Should I replace or look for another solution?
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Old 04-29-2008, 08:55 PM
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ok, first off, you're in the wrong section, 2000-2003 has its own section, second....i'll change ur cat and your o2 sensor for half that price....
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Old 04-29-2008, 08:58 PM
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The 0420 code is a PITA and I had a hell of a time trying to figure out what it was when I had it as it was an intermittent code. It ended up being one of my downstream 02 sensors on its way out, not the cat. You can find an 02 sensor on www.oxygensensors.com for under $60 dollars and do it yourself easily.
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dont replace cat.its rear that cat really goes bad.and yeah cats cost an arm,leg maybe your nuts too.
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Old 05-04-2008, 06:43 AM
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Sorry for being in wrong section Maxima speed...just kinda learning the site. I'm outside of Wash DC, but down Greensboro way on weekends in Graham every other weekend. You have a shop?
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po420 in Bank 1 ? o2 sensor? Is it closes to the front of the engine near raditior
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Do not pay anyone more the $50 to do an O2 sensor, especially for a sensor that has absolutely nothing to do with how your car operates or emits pollution
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