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Could not clear the trouble code PO130.Pinoy - 2003 Mini Cooper - Engine - 8/12/2010Just replaced sensors, upstream and down.-
8/12/2010 NickUsually the cause of P0130 is a bad oxygen sensor, however this isn't always the case. If your o2 sensors haven't been replaced and they are old, it's a good bet that the sensor is the problem. But, It could be caused by any of the following:
Water or corrosion in the connector
Loose terminals in the connector
Wiring burnt on exhaust components
Open or short in the wiring due to rubbing on engine components
Holes in exhaust allowing unmetered oxygen into exhaust system
Unmetered vacuum leak at the engine
Bad o2 sensor
Bad PCM
8/14/2010 PinoyThanks Nick, I did put in new o2 sensor's and all the connectors seems good. I have 2 parts that I haven't check which are the PCM and the knock sensor.
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What would fix a P2096Nick - 2002 Mini Cooper - Engine - 7/29/2010Post cat system lean (code posted may be wrong) have an O2 simulator on downstream o2 sensor. code still on, reset lambda values, and checked entire intake manifold and related components for leaks/cracks. Any Solutions?
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7/29/2010 HouseCallAutoCode P2096 indicates that the rear O2 sensor registers a long-term lean condition. There is a technical service bulletin, #M12 01 06, that addresses this problem. Small leaks at exhaust system welds and flange gaskets as well as at bungs for O2 sensors are relatively common, and can be found by pressurizing the exhaust system and using soap solution to look for leaks, indicated by bubbles.
8/3/2010 Nickwith the 02 sensor simulator it shouldnt be registering as lean.....is it at all possible that you could post the TSB #M12 01 06 that you are talking about so that i can read what it says?
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Where is the starter located on a mini cooper?anaizrivas - 2003 Mini Cooper - Engine - 6/24/2010my mini wont start because the starter is turned on, or stock i dont really know but we had to disconect the battery so it wont damage the engine.-
6/24/2010 Bobbyso the starter wouldn't stop spinning?
is this correct?
Try pulling the starter relay from the fuse and relay center, then reconnect the battery and see if the starter try's to turn. the starter is usually easiest to access from under the vehicle. will be mounted were the engine and transmission meet and will have a few wires going to it one will look like a battery cable, large gauge wire.
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The AC doesnot workingMarcos Montero - 2003 Mini Cooper - Engine - 5/24/2010when I try to add frion to the AC it doessnot suck in, and also I donot hear it is workinng. What it could be?
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5/21/2010 Bobbycan be alot of different things, weight in vehicle if you have alot of stuff in the trunck or rear of the vehicle. Vehicle maintenece is key in keeping the vehicles regular gas mileage. Also driving habits are one of the biggest parts of gas mileage sitting in traffic during commuting and having a lead foot will decrease gas mileage
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Car cooling itself down?Linda - 2006 Mini Cooper - Engine - 4/14/2010After you turn off my car sometimes, more often now, it is like it is cooling itself down? and just yesterday the gauge for the temp. of the car was in the red and again like a fan was running. Is this the coolant that needs to be added or?
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4/14/2010 deckmanASEIf the car is hot the fans should run for a while after you shut it off. Is this something new that has just started ? A couple things to look for, before you shut off the car is the temp guage too high ? Check the coolant level as well when the car is cold before you start it in the morning.
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