Pontiac Grand Am Oxygen Sensor Codes
SES on my 1997 Pontiac Grand Am codes system too lean (bank 1), circuit no activity detected (bank1 sensor 2), 02 heater circuit (bank 1 sensor 2), H025/025 insufficient switching (sensor 1 or bank 1) Motor has been previously changed. I need to know what these codes mean.
Answer:
Going by your description of the codes, and the fact that the engine was replaced, there could be
several reasons for these codes. You could have 2 bad oxygen sensors, a wiring problem, or a
faulty pcm.First check all the fuses. Check the connections on the pcm. Possibly pinched a wiring
harness during the engine swap. Check all ground wires and make sure none are broken or not
grounded. Those grounds are on the transmission bellhousing.
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pontiac grand am2001 pontiac grand am. Why does my grand am has a check engine light come on. I had the codes pulled from a scanner at Autozone. They said it was p0171 and i need an oxygen sensor. Do you think this right? How do i replace it. Where exactly is it. Thank you very much.
Answer:
Thank you for the tip/donation. It is possible that the oxygen sensor is bad. First you should check
for a vacuum leak. Some common areas of vacuum leaks on that engine are the PCV hose,
evaporative system purge solenoid valve, or upper intake manifold gaskets. A loose air intake duct
can also cause this. If there are no vacuum leaks found, then yes, it does sound like a bad oxygen
sensor.
Thanks again for tip/donation.I will send some pics of these areas to check for vacuum leaks, and location of the oxygen sensor this code refers to.
