03 6.0 ICP sensor replacement
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Mountain Pass
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03 6.0 ICP sensor replacement
I was having cold start issues with my '03 6.0 Powerstroke then the check engine light came on. I ran the code and it said that I had a bad ICP sensor. I researched this code, bought a new sensor from the local Ford dealership and was planning to replace it myself. I have been really busy at work but I felt bad for letting this issue go un-fixed so I asked a local shop to replace it and do some other maintenance work that I had been neglecting for a while. When I picked up the truck the check engine light was still on. When I got home I ran the code again and it still comes back as a faulty ICP sensor. So my question is will it take a while for the computer to learn that truck has a new ICP sensor and then the check engine light will go out or should this be immediate? Just trying to determine how pissed I should be when I go back to the shop.
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You did the diag,, bought the part,, and just had it installed?? I know when this instance happens to us,, the customer KNOWS that I will not guarantee anything about the repair fixing any exact issue. I actually tell them a bunch,, if you got what's wrong figured out,, you might as well fix it. I've actually loaned out my 03 icp socket to try to help. Hopefully you don't take this wrong!!!!
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They should of cleared the codes and tested, maybe they didn't. Also did you have them replace the pigtail plug or did they inspect it atleast? If it's oil soaked from the old faulty icp it may give false readings.
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You did the diag,, bought the part,, and just had it installed?? I know when this instance happens to us,, the customer KNOWS that I will not guarantee anything about the repair fixing any exact issue. I actually tell them a bunch,, if you got what's wrong figured out,, you might as well fix it. I've actually loaned out my 03 icp socket to try to help. Hopefully you don't take this wrong!!!!
I actually had the shop double check my diagnosis of a faulty ICP sensor and they confirmed it and quoted me a super high price for the sensor so I told them that I could not afford it and then later I bought one at the local Ford dealership for 75% of what they quoted me. A few months later I went back and asked them if they could install it because I was too busy and they said sure but they could not provide a warrantee on the part just their workmanship.
So what did I do wrong here? You are claiming that they see me as a know it all customer which I am not but even if I was why should that matter? Bottom line is I still have the faulty ICP sensor code and my truck still bucks and kicks when I try to start it cold.
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No I thought that replacing the sensor would fix the issue. Thanks for the info I will ask them. Maybe the other poster was correct and they were mad that I directed them what to do. If that is the case then I would argue very poor customer service.
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So obviously you took that wrong. I was stating my OPINION of what I interpreted from your original post. I only came across like I did because of you comment about being "pissed". I would have no problem giving all your $$$$ back if this happened at my shop. But then again,, it wouldn't have left my shop with no change in the symptoms.
Checking the pigtail should've been a given btw!!!
Let's not forget,, we're all human,, working on machines.
Checking the pigtail should've been a given btw!!!
Let's not forget,, we're all human,, working on machines.
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FYI (as others have said) - P2285 is merely a circuit code. It does not guarantee a bad sensor. Could be the sensor, the connector, a wiring chafe buried in the harness, OR it could be a false code from trying to start with the sensor disconnected.
Sounds like the overall communication process is to blame and that you removed them from any troubleshooting obligation. To be fair to the dealership Tech .... I don't think it would be much fun listening to the customers quote internet threads day-after-day. They probably should have warned you about the connector - if they saw that it was bad.
I can somewhat identify - I am struggling with getting the proper brake cylinder for a 7.3L because FordParts.com system seems to have a glitch in it. I am unhappy at the delays, but it is just one of those things in an imperfect world. I made the choice to locate my own parts and order them on line (and install myself). The parts issue certainly isn't my fault, but I have to incur the consequences of a week delay.
Nothing/Nobody is perfect.
Sounds like the overall communication process is to blame and that you removed them from any troubleshooting obligation. To be fair to the dealership Tech .... I don't think it would be much fun listening to the customers quote internet threads day-after-day. They probably should have warned you about the connector - if they saw that it was bad.
I can somewhat identify - I am struggling with getting the proper brake cylinder for a 7.3L because FordParts.com system seems to have a glitch in it. I am unhappy at the delays, but it is just one of those things in an imperfect world. I made the choice to locate my own parts and order them on line (and install myself). The parts issue certainly isn't my fault, but I have to incur the consequences of a week delay.
Nothing/Nobody is perfect.
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This local shop...isn't a ford dealership I'm assuming?
As most here will agree, most non dealer diesel shops don't have a clue how the 6.0 ticks. So I would recommend when you return to the shop to be polite and reasonable. If it's something they broke then you have the right to be PO. From my experience dealing with shops over the years, being polite and reasonable gets you a long way to the end goal of getting your truck fixed. They might even replace the pigtail for free if it was overlooked by the tech, but i can guarantee if you are a jerk to them they'll point you to the door.
More than likely the pigtail is oil soaked & the tech just hosed er' off with brakleen. Have you tried to clear the code yourself? Only takes about a minute with torque pro.
As most here will agree, most non dealer diesel shops don't have a clue how the 6.0 ticks. So I would recommend when you return to the shop to be polite and reasonable. If it's something they broke then you have the right to be PO. From my experience dealing with shops over the years, being polite and reasonable gets you a long way to the end goal of getting your truck fixed. They might even replace the pigtail for free if it was overlooked by the tech, but i can guarantee if you are a jerk to them they'll point you to the door.
More than likely the pigtail is oil soaked & the tech just hosed er' off with brakleen. Have you tried to clear the code yourself? Only takes about a minute with torque pro.
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they cant clear the dtc if there computer dont want to play
your not complaining of surge so probably needs to complete a few drive cycle and will clear on its own
if not then investigate more but give it a few days ti complete drive cycle
your not complaining of surge so probably needs to complete a few drive cycle and will clear on its own
if not then investigate more but give it a few days ti complete drive cycle
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