Notices
Explorer, Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Aviator 1991-1994, 1995-2001, 2002-2005, 2006-2010 Ford Explorer

check engine light

Old Jun 3, 2003 | 03:37 PM
  #1  
bobs 93 X's Avatar
bobs 93 X
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
check engine light

i have a 93 eddie bauer with 180000 miles. i enjoy the vehicle very much and would recommend X's to anybody. i do have a couple of questions.
1. my check engine light came on several weeks ago and i pulled the codes. i got a code 176 "left bank lean". i took the vehicle to my mechanic to figure out what was causing the check engine light. he found the sensor had a broken wire and he replaced the sensor. well guess what, i still get the same code about 3 minutes after starting the vehicle.as i was in a hurry to get the vehicle back, i didnt leave it for further testing. i've checked for vacuum leaks, cleaned the maf and still have the problem. whats the chances i got a bad replacement sensor and how can i test it. i understand that they produce a voltage output based on oxygen content andthat it varies from about .2-.9 volts. with the vehicle off should i be able to read any voltage and is a low reading a sign of lean condition.
2. how does the vehicle know that you are driving with the gearshift in OD versus Drive. i ask because i understand that when in Drive, it shouldnt upshift into 4th gear. mine does anyways whether in Drive or OD.
hate to be long winded but i need help and wanted to post as much info as i could for all to help me thanks

93 eddie bauer, auto, goodrich 31x10.5-15's and flowmaster 40 series with duels out rear
 
Reply


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:47 PM.

story-0
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-6
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-7
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-8
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE