me@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
wrote:
> Ok thanks..... should I go ahead and replace BOTH
> sensors if getting the job done by a mechanic?
It can't hurt, but it likely not needed, especially the rear one. How
many miles do you have on the Protege?
> I'm unemployed and would MUCH rather replace a couple
> of sensors than a catalytic converter itself
The front oxygen sensor is $144.00, and the rear one is $103.00, so it
will actually be more expensive to replace both of them than it would be
to replace the catalytic converter. Add ****pping and labor, of course.
(I am looking at only one parts source)
http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/search/?N=11062+1667+4294967019+9189
> as I'm assuming a new converter is gonna cost abt $500 or
> more. yes?
Unless something fouled up the catalytic converter, 8 years is a pretty
short life for it.
The original 14 year old one on my parent's Camry has 156,000 miles, and
while it can't be as good as new, it is not tripping any engine codes
and it p***** strict emission tests.
If it is the catalytic converter causing the problem, you can get an
after market one at the same supplier for $235.32.
It is a direct bolt-in and is very easy to replace if you are
comfortable getting underneath cars.
I would charge about $40.00 to swap the catalytic converter on that car,
not sure what a shop would charge.
Good luck!
Pat
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