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Old 12-19-2006, 07:31 PM
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2003 LaSabre with warning light code PO 420. Also antifreeze smell.


Thank you for any advice. Danny


 
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Old 12-20-2006, 03:28 PM
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Anyone know where I can find out about this code. Thanks Danny
 
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Old 12-20-2006, 08:24 PM
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DTC P0420: "TWC System Low Efficiency"...If the PCM detects a level of HO2S 2 activity that indicates the catalyst is no longer operating efficiently, DTC P0420 will be set." TWC is short for three way catalyst.


Apparently your catalytic converter is not working. It may be that an O2 sensor has gone bad. If you smell antifreeze, youcould have a coolant leak that is screwing things up.
 
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