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Old 07-23-2013, 09:55 PM
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I ordered the coil and the Sensor as stated and advised earlier, to get back on the road, if I need more sensors I'll buy those as well.

Thanks to rebelhell and everyone else for all the help.
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http://nissanhelp.com/diy/obd_codes/p0138.html

Think I need a new mechanic, he says I got the wrong o2 sensor. He's say he has a po138 code
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Originally Posted by Scott LaRock
p0133
p0572
p0430
p0305 cylinder misfire 5
You originally posted P0133, not P0138. Those codes are for different O2 sensors.

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Old 08-05-2013, 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by DennisMik
You originally posted P0133, not P0138. Those codes are for different O2 sensors.

Yes I know, after I changed the ignition coil, the P0133 code went away and now the p0138 code came up. That's what I was trying to say. My mechanic didn't change the p0133 because he says the po138 code is the problem not the p0133 so I was debating taking back the p0133 for the p0138.
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Old 08-06-2013, 09:37 AM
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How hard is it to install O2 sensors on our cars?
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Old 08-06-2013, 09:39 AM
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Using the O2 sensor wrench, pretty easy. You can buy one or rent one. There are different designs. I'd go with the one that's completely open ended, vs the one with a cutout for the wiring. Better design.
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Old 08-11-2013, 11:02 AM
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Jesus Christ O2 sensor wrench? Smh...

I'm giving it a shot today, if I can't do it I'll take it to the mechanic next week.
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you should be able to rent one out from a auto store... Getting the old ones out could be a pain in the butt if you live where there is winter (you might need a torch)

If your exhaust needs work, maybe time for y-pipe + headers

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Originally Posted by george__
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you should be able to rent one out from a auto store... Getting the old ones out could be a pain in the butt if you live where there is winter (you might need a torch)

If your exhaust needs work, maybe time for y-pipe + headers
Do I have to use auto siege or whatever that protective grease is to put around the sensors and do I have to wait for the engine to cool completely before starting? I'm reading its best to wait 24 hours due to the heat and not wanting to warp the socket.

Probably for newbies it's bet to make the mechanic do it.
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Yeah I may look into that y pipe and header thing soon.
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Old 08-11-2013, 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Scott LaRock
Do I have to use auto siege or whatever that protective grease is to put around the sensors and do I have to wait for the engine to cool completely before starting? I'm reading its best to wait 24 hours due to the heat and not wanting to warp the socket.

Probably for newbies it's bet to make the mechanic do it.
You should use an anti-seize compound on the threads of the new O2 sensor when you install it. If you don't, you may never get it out a year later.

You don't have to wait a day before installing the sensor. When you can touch the exhaust pipe without burning yourself, the time is right.
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Originally Posted by DennisMik
You should use an anti-seize compound on the threads of the new O2 sensor when you install it. If you don't, you may never get it out a year later.

You don't have to wait a day before installing the sensor. When you can touch the exhaust pipe without burning yourself, the time is right.
Okay I have to get that then, I'll rent the tool but I'm gonna wait till next week. And do it early morning.
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