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Old Mar 3, 2008 | 08:34 AM
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on code po161 what does this actually do. my car still runs perfectly fine, but how long do i have that i need to change it. this code came on last week. and what is the best brand to get. should i get it from autozone or dealer?
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Old Mar 3, 2008 | 11:22 AM
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HO2S Heater Circuit Malfunction, Bank 2 Sensor 2

The car will run fine, but you should get it changed sometime in the near future. I would try to stick with an OEM sensor, they seem to last longer. But a decent brand from autozone should be fine, since its a rear O2 sensor and not a front.
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Old Mar 4, 2008 | 05:20 AM
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thanks for the advice
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Old Mar 6, 2008 | 03:24 AM
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www.oxygensensors.com
Best price I found and quick shipping.
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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 06:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Gunnut
www.oxygensensors.com
Best price I found and quick shipping.
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which picture is it.i am getting confused, bank 2 sensor 2 after the cat,is it 456

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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 01:28 PM
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i just did my timing belt, with toyota dealer, now my vsc light is off, they are telling me this circuit runs with this sensor, plz let me know if that is true.
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