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|    Message 789 of 2,177    |
|    Mark Hofmann to Roy Witt    |
|    Re: Odd rumble in Durango solved.    |
|    27 Mar 12 20:55:01    |
      RW> Once you get those plugs/wires changed, you might want to take a look at       RW> having the MAF and O2 sensors tested. The MAF gets contaminated by all of       RW> the particles in the air and oil (if you use an oil impregnated filter)       RW> and looses it's ability to accurately report to the ECM. At the same       RW> time,       RW> O2 sensors get carbon build up and when the two are out of spec, the A/F       RW> ratio gets screwed up and the ECM can't control how much time to leave       RW> the       RW> injector's open.              Right, I do plan to load the ECM software on my tablet/netbook computer,       connect it to the Durango and take it for a drive. It is a delicate operation       when cleaning the MAF sensor.               Normally, the O2 sensor will throw some type of code - especially if you have       more than one of them. I have seen a dirty MAF causing low readings and       throwing everything off. They are not hard to clean - just have to be careful.              RW> All of those sensors have sealed connections on them, so you won't bother       RW> them very much unless you use the power washer to directly clean them       RW> off.       RW> Any overspray won't hurt them at all. Since you don't have a distributor       RW> anymore, there's no chance of getting it wet.              You never had a problem with the power washer ripping through a wire? That is       my other fear. There are so many wires and things in the engine compartment       these days.              RW> If there is a MAF in the hose from the air cleaner to the throttle body,       RW> check it too. It may have a clogged screen, which will also give you fits       RW> if it's dirty. Be very careful when handling that thing, as it's a very       RW> sensative device. Replacement costs are around $200...              Yes, they are expensive. I had to replace one years ago in my 85 Camaro.        They are not cheap. The good thing is, they normally only need cleaning vs.       replacing unless you damage the wire(s).              - Mark              --- WWIVToss v.1.50         * Origin: http://www.weather-station.org * Bel Air, MD -USA (1:261/1304.0)    |
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