P0430 Code Help Catalytic Converter Oxygen Sensor
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P0430 Code Help Catalytic Converter Oxygen Sensor
O2 Sensors
I have received a P0430 Bank 2 Catalyst Below Efficiency.
I've used the DashCommand app on my phone and a bluetooth OBDII tool to record the voltages on the O2 sensors before and after the cat on both sides of the exhaust.
In the plot it looks like the Bank2 Sensor 2 (downstream) sensor is faulty due to 0 volts output at times.
Should I replace it or is something else going on?
Thanks!
Last edited by zajacjoe; 05-12-18 at 04:45 PM. Reason: Added to Title
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Question. Was the car heated up? Car needs to run for two-three minutes at 2500-3000RPMs before testing the sensors. Also have you inspected the exhaust system for leaks?
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No the car was just started when I ran the test. I'll repeat with it warmed up.
I don't believe there are any leaks.
Thanks...
Also I'm reading that the downstream O2 sensors are a real pain since the connector requires dismantling of the console.
Is that the case for the downstream passenger O2 sensor?
See this thread.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc4...placement.html
I don't believe there are any leaks.
Thanks...
Also I'm reading that the downstream O2 sensors are a real pain since the connector requires dismantling of the console.
Is that the case for the downstream passenger O2 sensor?
See this thread.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc4...placement.html
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Can't you just splice the new one in instead of following it all the way back to inside of the console?
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To get to the connector...yep it’s a pain. Others have opted for a universal O2 sensor universal like the Bosch SKU #15733. Just spice in the wires following included directions.
And a tip, no matter which route you take, twist the wires 3.5 times counterclockwise before installing the sensor. You don’t want wires twisted. 32ft lbs of torque.
And a tip, no matter which route you take, twist the wires 3.5 times counterclockwise before installing the sensor. You don’t want wires twisted. 32ft lbs of torque.
Last edited by VVTiBob; 05-12-18 at 06:18 PM.
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This guy explains the P0420/P0430 codes.
Take the time and watch the video...it’s pretty good.
Take the time and watch the video...it’s pretty good.
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You can try to replace your sensor, but most likely it is the cat and you will have to replace it. It's not that bad though. You can buy them on ebay for about $120.
I think that, because there is a different code for a bad O2 sensor and I have swapped plenty of rear o2 sensors, hoping that would solve the problem. It always came back to the cat. (I have done it 3 times)
I have a direct fit, bolt in aftermarket cat I bought, but didn't use (it turns out it was a gasket leak)
If you PM me, I will give you the details
I think that, because there is a different code for a bad O2 sensor and I have swapped plenty of rear o2 sensors, hoping that would solve the problem. It always came back to the cat. (I have done it 3 times)
I have a direct fit, bolt in aftermarket cat I bought, but didn't use (it turns out it was a gasket leak)
If you PM me, I will give you the details
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Don't have me wrong, but cat from eBay for $120 will last only year or two.
Just enough to pass the emission. That's what they made for and it's very cheap inside.
You know how expensive those rare earth metals what used in the catalytic process.
The OEM cat 18450-50350 cost ~ $1000 / each !!!
We have 3 cat conv: two on the sides of the engine block, and one down bellow pipe.
You'll never need to replace one down bellow (No. 3). Only on the engine block (No.1 and 2)
Just enough to pass the emission. That's what they made for and it's very cheap inside.
You know how expensive those rare earth metals what used in the catalytic process.
The OEM cat 18450-50350 cost ~ $1000 / each !!!
We have 3 cat conv: two on the sides of the engine block, and one down bellow pipe.
You'll never need to replace one down bellow (No. 3). Only on the engine block (No.1 and 2)
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Here is a set of plots for both cats done while hot. I'm getting a code on the passenger side but the drivers side does not look much better.
So looks like I need to replace both converters?
So looks like I need to replace both converters?
Last edited by zajacjoe; 05-13-18 at 03:52 PM. Reason: added plot
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Don't have me wrong, but cat from eBay for $120 will last only year or two.
Just enough to pass the emission. That's what they made for and it's very cheap inside.
You know how expensive those rare earth metals what used in the catalytic process.
The OEM cat 18450-50350 cost ~ $1000 / each !!!
We have 3 cat conv: two on the sides of the engine block, and one down bellow pipe.
You'll never need to replace one down bellow (No. 3). Only on the engine block (No.1 and 2)
Just enough to pass the emission. That's what they made for and it's very cheap inside.
You know how expensive those rare earth metals what used in the catalytic process.
The OEM cat 18450-50350 cost ~ $1000 / each !!!
We have 3 cat conv: two on the sides of the engine block, and one down bellow pipe.
You'll never need to replace one down bellow (No. 3). Only on the engine block (No.1 and 2)
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Well, purely for calming the soul, start the process from replacing both O2 sensors Bank 2. Just to not feel sorry about cat price.
And then you will be 100% sure that you need them
And then you will be 100% sure that you need them
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I had the same issue six years ago. It was a P0420 Bank 1 Catalyst Below Efficiency. The mileage was 94,000 miles. Tried both o2 sensors first but it was the catalytic converter. As mentioned, buy a decent quality converter. Mine was almost $400 but it is still going strong 31,000 miles and 6 years later. I only replaced the one that was bad and left the passenger side alone. BTW, Lexus recommends you replace the rear converter if either of the front ones goes bad. Think the quote I got from Lexus was right around $4,000 for the driver front and center converters, including labor and small parts ( gaskets and nuts ).