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Help Finding the Up/Downstream O2 Sensors for my 1996 (Automatic) 2.4 L

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Lazy Taco, Jan 11, 2019.

  1. Jan 11, 2019 at 7:05 PM
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    Lazy Taco

    Lazy Taco [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I can't seem to source the correct sensors.
    What is the deal with the upstream/ Downstream? (Answered below)
    Excuse my ignorance.
    Recently bought a used 96 with 140k mi Automatic ( 2.4L) 4 Spd


    Bone stock.
    What has been done:
    NGK Iridium Plugs / Wire set (Some oil on the old spark plugs)
    Brake rotors/ Drums/shoes /Pads/ Tires
    Changed OEM Fuel Filter / Pump
    Air Filter
    Replaced fluids
    Wipers
    Cup holders
    Fuel door lock (Touch magnet placed)

    Needs to be done(for complete tune up/ Peace of mind(Any suggestions?)):

    MAF Sensor
    O2 Sensors
    Distributor
    Alternator
    Optima/ interstate battery ( Never have let me down)
    Rack and pinion
    Front Shocks/ Springs

    What is missing:
    An a/c slider top
    Cigarette ash tray
    Cooler in the bed full of beers for all of my Tacomaworld buddies.

    What is broken/ needs replacing:
    Cruise Control, the stalk engages on dash board but does nothing.
    Cigarette lighter ( fuse? Cables are bad?)
    Exhaust leak. ( haven't found it yet.)
    Gear selector is not necessarily sitting in correct position.
    Front grille(Bracket where passenger side light has snapped)
    ignition/Starter( seems to be sticky/ overcranks by a second)

    Error Codes:
    P0401 ( Most probably exhaust leak, (replace O2 sensors?) )
    P0420 ( most probably due to exhaust leak before Cat)
     
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  2. Jan 11, 2019 at 7:06 PM
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    Babybluetaco

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    Up stream. Before cat.
     
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  3. Jan 11, 2019 at 7:17 PM
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    Lazy Taco

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  4. Jan 11, 2019 at 7:41 PM
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    04TRDV6

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  5. Jan 12, 2019 at 6:20 AM
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    Lazy Taco

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  6. Jan 12, 2019 at 7:57 AM
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    onakat

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  7. Jan 12, 2019 at 8:19 AM
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    Lazy Taco

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    @onakat this is awesome! Thank you again for locating the thread for me. I found it way too fun to read and as soon as I have the moment ill get to do it , as per the moment I have a magnet holding the door closed. And I hope that the bushings are the only thing wrong with it (Gear selector). Mind you my gear selector isn't a center selector, it is a stalk coming from the steering column.
    I really appreciate you (guys/gals).
     
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  8. Jan 12, 2019 at 8:26 AM
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    04TRDV6

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    I just yesterday ordered all 4 bushings for the shifter from @Brice. Quick shipping and included an install video. Should get them on Monday.
     
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  9. Jan 12, 2019 at 10:37 AM
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    onakat

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    oh well, then you must look under the dash and follow the lever's mechanism and linkage to see what's loose (probably a bushing somewhere). Don't forget to also look in the engine bay, by the firewall
     
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  10. Jan 14, 2019 at 6:22 AM
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    Lazy Taco

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    @onakat Will do, I really appreciate it!
    @04TRDV6 @Brice I appreciate the reference, I was trying to look into it but did not see a web page link.
     

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