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Coolant sensor question
When first use my SVX in the morning it seems to hesitate for the first few minutes and the check engine light is on. I talked to a mechanic and he thought it might be the colant sensor. Would this be correct and if so, how much would I expect to pay for one and how would I replace it? Thanks
Jim
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88 LeBaron POS (sold) 89 Beretta GT (sold) 90 Accord EX (sold) 92 SVX LS-L (sold) 05 Accord EXL Navi (sold) 07 Accord EXL V6 Navi |
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I replaced my coolant temp sensor myself and bought the part from a local dealer for about $25. In my experience, the aftermarket replacements for these sensors are actually way more expensive than a genuine Subaru part.
The SVX's coolant temp sensor is easier to replace than the Legacy's, I can tell you that. It literally takes five minutes or less.
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Did you replace the sensor due to hesitation? Also, where is the sensor located. And is there a way I can reset the codes myself so the check engine light itsn't on? Thank you for you input.
Jim
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88 LeBaron POS (sold) 89 Beretta GT (sold) 90 Accord EX (sold) 92 SVX LS-L (sold) 05 Accord EXL Navi (sold) 07 Accord EXL V6 Navi Last edited by Jim SVX; 01-09-2004 at 06:04 PM. |
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Yeah, let us know what you find - your problems could be caused by a bad coolant sensor, but they could also be something else. Do you ever have a hard time getting the car to start?
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Jim
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88 LeBaron POS (sold) 89 Beretta GT (sold) 90 Accord EX (sold) 92 SVX LS-L (sold) 05 Accord EXL Navi (sold) 07 Accord EXL V6 Navi |
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me too
Where do i find this sensor on the car, how do I change it. and how much heart ache is this going to be? cause its 20 below and I don't waaannaa....
James |
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Also, since it's at the highest point pretty much of the coolant water, you won't have to drain coolant or refill. This is the easiest part to replace, period! (Behind, underneath intake manifold on driver's side, 2 wire connector)
P.S. Mine cost $15 to 20! (Subaruparts.com or dealer)
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Jim 1995 Laguna Blue SVX AWD L - 240K (daily driver) - "ReBuILT" used engine at 236K miles (6/13) 2013 Veloster Red - Driver Now??Dropsprings [1/2" rear, 1" front] with Koni Strut Inserts> Magnaflow Exhaust System> ECUTune Stage 1av1 Upgrade (from 1v4)> ECUTune TCU MOD> Aluminum Crankshaft Pulley> Stainless Brake Lines> Phenolic Spacers> Perforated Brake Rotors (dint like, OEM now)> SmallCar Shift Kit (resting since TCU MOD)> 7-Position Ground System> High-Pressure Fuel Pressure Regulator (resting)> ATF Cooler & Campaign Filter> Yellow Polish Polyurethane Bushings> Pioneer Double-DIN Stereo with JL AUDIO Speakers> Driveshaft Rebuilt with C-Clip U-Joints> 15 Min MOD> 20 Min MOD .. . (2011) Valentine One Radar Detector with Remote Display - ucan'tseeme! Last edited by James Scott; 01-12-2004 at 10:26 AM. |
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I checked my code and after staring at it for 5 minutes I am positive I have a code 28, which is the knock sensor number 2. I called the dealer and he first quoted me a price of $285 , but then after looking it up he found out the price went down to $65 . My question now is how hard are these to replace? Any help is appreciated.
Jim
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88 LeBaron POS (sold) 89 Beretta GT (sold) 90 Accord EX (sold) 92 SVX LS-L (sold) 05 Accord EXL Navi (sold) 07 Accord EXL V6 Navi |
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I believe there is a write up on how to change the knock sensors. I'm sure the search button should turn up some results.
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The best advice I can give you is to buy another one and look for the same shape plug. It's a reddish brown color - I remember that much.
Good luck.
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coolant temperature sensor/knock sensors
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DRIVER'S SIDE ENGINE REAR UNDERNEATH INTAKE MANIFOLD REDDISH-BROWNISH PLASTIC "TOP" TWO WIRES CONNECTED EASY TO LOCATE EASY TO REPLACE (little coolant escapes since it's at top of coolant system) $15 to $20 COST KNOCK SENSORS: (cylindrical tops, ~1 " diameter) UNDERNEATH INTAKE MANIFOLD ONE TOWARD FRONT ONE TOWARD REAR (DRIVER'S SIDE) OF ENGINE DIFFICULT TO SEE EVEN MORE DIFFICULT TO INSTALL [I've had a pair of K sensors for over a year >> haven't wanted to install THAT bad!] GOOD LUCK!
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Jim 1995 Laguna Blue SVX AWD L - 240K (daily driver) - "ReBuILT" used engine at 236K miles (6/13) 2013 Veloster Red - Driver Now??Dropsprings [1/2" rear, 1" front] with Koni Strut Inserts> Magnaflow Exhaust System> ECUTune Stage 1av1 Upgrade (from 1v4)> ECUTune TCU MOD> Aluminum Crankshaft Pulley> Stainless Brake Lines> Phenolic Spacers> Perforated Brake Rotors (dint like, OEM now)> SmallCar Shift Kit (resting since TCU MOD)> 7-Position Ground System> High-Pressure Fuel Pressure Regulator (resting)> ATF Cooler & Campaign Filter> Yellow Polish Polyurethane Bushings> Pioneer Double-DIN Stereo with JL AUDIO Speakers> Driveshaft Rebuilt with C-Clip U-Joints> 15 Min MOD> 20 Min MOD .. . (2011) Valentine One Radar Detector with Remote Display - ucan'tseeme! Last edited by James Scott; 02-11-2004 at 12:51 AM. |
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