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Diagnosis & Repair

  1. Connect scan tester to Data Link Connector (DLC) No. 3. See Figure. Start and run engine until normal operating temperature is reached. Ensure all accessories are off. Drive vehicle for 5-10 minutes at 31-40 MPH. Check for codes. If only Code P0420 is displayed, go to next step. If other codes are displayed, diagnose and repair those codes first and retest.
  2. Check heated oxygen sensor circuits. See CODE P0130, HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR FAULT (BANK NO. 1, SENSOR NO. 1), CODE P0150, HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR FAULT (BANK NO. 2, SENSOR NO. 1) diagnostic test. Replace oxygen sensors as necessary. If oxygen sensors are okay, replace catalytic converter and retest.
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