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Old Sep 14, 2019 | 10:02 AM
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I have a 04 chevy avalanche I keep getting flashing engine light when I run above 60 usually down hill misfire code p0300 I have done the spark plugs wires and coil packs. I did the cam sensor and crankshaft sensor that's when it started throwing codes. I added a couple ground wire to the tps sensor and a couple other spots which where a problem before I did the sensors. If anyone knows what the problem can be let me know. And there is no water in the gas and have good fuel pressure
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Old Sep 14, 2019 | 6:56 PM
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checkfor clogged cats....remove the front 02 sensors from the exhaust...this allows the exhaust stream to bypass the cats.
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Old Sep 15, 2019 | 4:40 PM
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What would removing the o2 sensors do? And wouldn't that bring a code up for the o2 sensors?
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Old Sep 15, 2019 | 9:51 PM
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iif the cats are clogged...the exhaust can't escape out the tailpipe....no air out equals no air in...the engine is a air pump. unscrewing the o2 sensors from the exhaust allows a place for the exhaust to exit.
yes 02 sensor codes will set but if the engine runs smooth and the flashing cel/ misfires are gone...you know what the problem is.


if a mechanic want to test for restricted exhaust...he/she would remove the 02 sensor and screw a pressure gauge into the hole to measure the amount of backpressure. Since you don't have a gauge...you test it by driving it.
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Old Sep 16, 2019 | 5:35 AM
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Thank you for the information will do as soon as possible.
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Old Oct 16, 2019 | 12:17 PM
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I got it fixed by having a crankshaft sensor relearn mechanics will say it don't call for it but a dealership will do it for under 100 bucks
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Old Oct 16, 2019 | 4:20 PM
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its required when a pcm or crankshaft position sensor is replaced. typically it causes false misfire codes but no driveability problems.
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