92 Vigor (engine light code 41)
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92 Vigor (engine light code 41)
I'm the original owner of this vehicle and last week my check engine light came on. I found the code which was 41. In my manual it states it's the (heated oxygen sensor). I called acura, and they have no listing for that part?! I tried to reset it and it came right back on. Any Ideas out there?
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So the heater's not working on your oxygen sensor. 
You can call the dealer with this part number if you want, 36531-PV1-A02. 
It's not cheap. You might want to see if you can locate a replacement made by Denso. They can usually be found for a cheaper price and they are good quality parts. 
You can call the dealer with this part number if you want, 36531-PV1-A02. It's not cheap. You might want to see if you can locate a replacement made by Denso. They can usually be found for a cheaper price and they are good quality parts.
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Originally Posted by simplyredvw
So the heater's not working on your oxygen sensor. You can call the dealer with this part number if you want, 36531-PV1-A02. It's not cheap. You might want to see if you can locate a replacement made by Denso. They can usually be found for a cheaper price and they are good quality parts.
You can call the dealer with this part number if you want, 36531-PV1-A02. It's not cheap. You might want to see if you can locate a replacement made by Denso. They can usually be found for a cheaper price and they are good quality parts. 
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I believe that the heated oxygen sensor is supposed to take a more accurate reading when your vehicle is cold, therefore, reducing emission until your vehicle is fully warmed up.
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Originally Posted by AcuraTL
I believe that the heated oxygen sensor is supposed to take a more accurate reading when your vehicle is cold, therefore, reducing emission until your vehicle is fully warmed up.
A heater on an oxygen sensor gets the sensor up to operating temperature quicker, which is where it takes the most accurate readings. Older oxygen sensors relied on the exhaust flow to get the sensor up to operating temperature.