GaryB

I noticed today that I'm running about 60 miles to a tank less than usual over the last few days. No change to route or driving style.

There don't appear to be any other symptoms apart from yesterday it almost cut out at idle a few times in the first 10 mins of driving but after that has been fine.

I've ordered a new O2 sensor a few mins ago (generic one to be soldered to my old connector). Is there anything else I should be looking at? Map whack/New Map?

A search revealed this should be the case however most replies suggested there are other symptoms associated with a failing O2 sensor but didn't say what they were.

Thanks

Gary

MB

Failing MAP sensors don't tend to have a huge impact on mpg, but 40-60 miles less per tank is definately 02 sensor territory. Other things can be any drag on the drivetrain, like your AC clutch, but even that wouldn't be 60 miles.

02 sesnors should be treated as a service item imo. Pay for themselves very quickly.

Keep us updated.

Which one did you go for?

MB

PS other lambda symptoms tend to be rough idle and hesitation when pulling away, but it's less noticable on the S than other cars imo.

GaryB

I went for an eBay special for £29.99

I figured I'd just cut the connector off the old one and solder/heat shrink the connections rather than paying an extra £30 for a plug.

I've got no aircon and brakes are all free etc.

It's not had an O2 sensor since I've had the car (65k miles) so I think I've done quite well.

Thanks for the confirmation.


It's due a good clean of the TB, IACV and intake sensors etc so I'll get that done this weekend and check the MAP then too for good measure. (I really must get an oil breather catch can/filter at some point)

MB

Not sure i'd have gone for an Ebay one. Stick to Bosch or named stuff. I know a few people have had issues with ebay sensors. Not an item to skimp on when it has the primary input into the fuelling of your car!

unclefester

Got mine from here http://www.lambdasensor.com/ and had no problems with it, similar problems with mpg too.

Adriank

That site doesn't seem to list the S2000? I'm getting pretty poor mpg recently, might be worth me doing this too...

richmc

I've used them, just send them a message they will tell you what you need (can't find my paperwork so don't know number). Worth getting a socket from them to remove/fit makes life easyer for a tenner.

EDIT- Sensor £227.50 from Honda + fitting

GaryB

Did you order the Just Lambda or the Bosch variety?

Thanks

Gary

GaryB

And an autoreply from eBay for my cheapo sensor purchase which made me giggle...


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