AboutDennis W Expertise I am a retired Ford master tech specializing in electrical, climate control, emissions, driveability, chassis, brakes, and any light repairs. Currently employed by an independent shop that appreciates my knowledge and abilities.
Cannot answer transmission or parts questions, these are not areas of my expertise.
Experience 32 years of auto repair, diagnosis, and emissions testing, in service staions, independent garages, and 20 years with Ford dealers.
Organizations National Street Rod Association (NSRA)
International Automotive Technicians Network (IATN)
www.blueovaltechs.com
IAMAW (retired)
National Street Rod Association
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Education/Credentials Riverside City College Automotive technology program
Ford Master Tech Certified Engine and Chassis Master (Over 500 hours)
ASE Certified in 7 categories
6 years training in Union 76 Pro-tech program
Awards and Honors 4-time Technician of the Year at Almaden Lincoln Mercury
Ford Master Tech
Union 76 Pro-tech Master tech
Question Hi I was wondering about my check engine light in my 96 Ford Bronco 5.8L I had the code read and found out it was my O2 sensor so I changed both of them. The check engine light is still on. Do I have to clear it with the diagnostic tool?
Answer Just having a code does not necessarily mean the sensor was bad. If you could have told me the code I could be more help.
Codes are a starting point, there are very few that anyone can actually say is a specific part without further tests. Many problems can set a code that might indicate a sensor, doesn't mean the sensor is the problem.
You can turn the CEL off and clear the code by disconnecting the battery for a few minutes. This clears the computer memory of certain learned parameters and all codes. Without a scanner this is the easiest way to accomplish code clearing. Keep in mind that if the sensor was not the problem to begin with, the code will return.
