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Old 04-01-2008, 04:53 PM
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Question Running rich?

I had to replace my catalytic converter a couple of weeks ago and since then my 3.0 has an unburned gas smell in the exhaust. So bad, I start it outside, fumes linger in garage too much.

Engine has a K&N Filter pak and I adjusted the AFM two notches leaner. It was running fine before the cat replacement; it's an aftermarket - couldn't see paying Toyota pricing.

All the stock sensors are in place as is the stock muffler.

Any suggestions? Thanks!
Old 04-01-2008, 05:23 PM
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maybe bad O2 sensor when did you last replace it
Old 04-01-2008, 10:49 PM
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new 02 sensor, just for kicks, disconnect the battery to kill the computer. after 30 seconds reconnect it
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I've got a RV cam in mine. The AFM and ECU don't seem to adjust to weather changes very well. It will run rich or lean as the wheather changes. Unburnt gas will kill a convertor. Really a PITA, I just turn the AFM wheel one click depening on the situation.

I'm sure its not the best solution.
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Have you used an ohm meter on that handy dandy throttle position sensor? That can affect fuel ratios as well if it's not in spec.
Old 04-29-2008, 10:11 PM
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well I have the smae smell coming from my exhaust and it seems to run a few rpms higher at idle now too, I have not changed the o2 sensors and I always have a check engine light on. does this sound like a classic o2 sensor problem?
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