Kia of South Austin can help you identify the indicators of a faulty oxygen sensor.
Looking at all the different sensors your car uses on an everyday basis, perhaps one of the most vital ones is the oxygen sensor, which is required for a car to drive at its very best. With all of the exhaust gases a car produces, your car needs something that recognizes the O2 levels in the exhaust gases. The oxygen sensor has a crucial part to play in tracking a vehicle’s O2 amount to make sure the engine is efficiently using its gas. A good-working oxygen sensor can be an essential cog for a consistent running car. Still, a poor oxygen sensor will probably cause bad gasoline economy, bad smells in your vehicle, and a below-level running engine. Here we’ll discuss symptoms to watch for while driving your vehicle that can be easy-to-see symptoms of a failed oxygen sensor.
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If you’re riding on the road and smell anything harsh out of your car, that could be a crucial sign that the O2 sensor is failing. If you begin to keep track of some negative differences like poor engine performance, engine misfires, or loud noises, this could be a symptom of the oxygen sensor potentially having problems. A severe problem a failing O2 sensor might happen is a sudden catalytic converter failure, which will likely cost you a lot of money to replace and might put your vehicle in the shop for a long amount of time.
Like many different components of a vehicle, O2 sensors can wear down over time and begin to fail. But if you don’t pay close attention, a bad O2 sensor could lead to major problems throughout your car. A build-up of contaminated coolant or oil ash can cause an O2 sensor to fail, so your choice in gas or oil is incredibly essential. If you’re noticing some problems similar to the ones seen above, you should come to our professional mechanics, who can set you up with an OEM O2 sensor replacement.
We advise not driving with a bad O2 sensor as the engine is not running on the right fuel mixture. While it may seem fine, if your powertrain is running rich and over-using its fuel it might end up clogging the catalytic converter. Considering the cost to replace oxygen sensors is much less than a brand-new catalytic converter, it’s worth making the investment now. Additionally, if your vehicle has over 60,000 miles or is over 15 years old you might want to consider replacing your oxygen sensors for optimal performance and lower pollution.
Kia of South Austin is an ideal place to get vehicle service in the Austin area. We happily service all vehicle makes and models. One of our factory-trained technicians will inspect your car or truck to determine if there are any needed repairs and will suggest the best resolution for you and your vehicle. Schedule your car or SUV service online or in person today.
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