Notices
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks 1987 - 1996 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350 and larger pickups - including the 1997 heavy-duty F250/F350+ trucks

bad o2 sensor

Old Oct 29, 2003 | 06:39 PM
  #1  
remmers's Avatar
remmers
Thread Starter
|
Mountain Pass
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 188
Likes: 1
From: Michigan
bad o2 sensor

on a 351 if there is a bad o2 sensor will that cause the engine to run ruff at idle
 
Reply
Old Oct 29, 2003 | 07:05 PM
  #2  
hyperpunkguy[F150]'s Avatar
hyperpunkguy[F150]
Senior User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 100
Likes: 0
as far as i know from other ppls cars it will cause the engines rpms to go up and down slightly while idling. it will be noticible to the ear.
 
Reply
Old Oct 29, 2003 | 08:36 PM
  #3  
krocklein's Avatar
krocklein
Freshman User
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
From: Long Island
Does it initially run good when you first start it up?(thatis, cold?)
 
Reply
Old Oct 29, 2003 | 10:03 PM
  #4  
hyperpunkguy[F150]'s Avatar
hyperpunkguy[F150]
Senior User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 100
Likes: 0
what do u guys think of my reply was it correct?
 
Reply
Old Oct 29, 2003 | 10:27 PM
  #5  
remmers's Avatar
remmers
Thread Starter
|
Mountain Pass
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 188
Likes: 1
From: Michigan
it sounds like it is running unregulated if you understand what i mean but as soon as i rev it up it seems to be fine..i have a exhaust manifold that is leaking could that be part of the problem
 
Reply
Old Oct 29, 2003 | 10:34 PM
  #6  
hyperpunkguy[F150]'s Avatar
hyperpunkguy[F150]
Senior User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 100
Likes: 0
ya thats what i meant. it only seems unregulated while idling.
 
Reply
Old Oct 29, 2003 | 10:50 PM
  #7  
remmers's Avatar
remmers
Thread Starter
|
Mountain Pass
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 188
Likes: 1
From: Michigan
and it seems that is where one of the leaks is right by the o2 sensor
 
Reply


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:53 AM.

story-0
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-02 21:45:57


VIEW MORE
story-1
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic 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 | 2026-05-30 18:33:59


VIEW MORE
story-2
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-3
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-4
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

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


VIEW MORE
story-5
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-6
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-7
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-8
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
story-9
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE