glynnkjk

Hello All, I got the dreaded "Check Engine" light and after disconnecting the battery over night and checking the gas cap, went to Autozone for a free diagnostic check. They could not do it because I have an ES300 1994. It has to be 96+. However, they directed me to AAMCO. They do it for free too and for both the OBD1 and 2. I got a P0135 error..(I had to ask which bank and which sensor). Okay, so now I know exactly which one and where it is located. Now the fun started.

I have read posts from you and lexusownersclub.com about the different manufacturers and installs. I did some shopping and have gotten these prices...Magnusson Lexus p/n 89465-33080 248.81 ea. labor 222.00.
AAMCO 146.08 for the part and 98.00 labor. I have found parts on ebay and yahoo. Denso universal at @23.00 w/o connector and labor free..ME!!
I will not buy a "No Name" sensor I would like to stay with Denso, Bosche or industry reconized names.

I do not mind the splicing..I have worked w/electronics for many years. A good splice is just as good as a crimped pin inserted into the connector housing.

Does anybody have a reason why there is such a large price difference on the similar parts. I am living on a fixed budget and I need to be thrifty but safe.

Thanks for your responses, Glynn

Lexmex

Stick with Denso. I have seen issues going with other A/F sensor brands in these engine groups.

glynnkjk

Thanks Lexmex, is there a difference between the universal type and the OEM type? Here is what I'm looking at...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-D...spagenameZWD1V

Any comments???

Lexmex

I get the original plug in types, not universals, as they are direct fit and no need to play around with wires, http://www.densoproducts.com/results...ctCategoryID=2

I would try to verify if this is indentical to 236-4622 on the link above.