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Old May 12, 2012 | 03:49 AM
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intermitent engine light issues while driving

my 85/87 22re w/ 5spd automatic: engine lights comes on at highway cruising speed but goes away if i decelerate or excelerate, then it comes back on after a mile or so.this is the only time the light come on. can't figure it out....
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Old May 12, 2012 | 04:13 AM
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a start would be pulling the code #
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Old May 12, 2012 | 04:16 AM
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i've tried pulling the code and asked a shop, but there is no code to read and they told me they cannot pull it unless the light is on at that time. it runs good. no hesitaion or anything when it happens.

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Old May 12, 2012 | 04:34 AM
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Oxygen Sensor.

Replace with a good brand like Denso.
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Old May 12, 2012 | 04:44 AM
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thanks.. i'll give it a try..
well that was the issue. replaced it and took it for a drive with no issues. thanks for the help!!

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Old May 12, 2012 | 04:05 PM
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No problem
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