> >At 03:16 PM 8/1/2001, Dave Baker wrote: >>On the subject of O2 sensors, mine is disconnected on my 85 Westy 1.9 L; >>nevertheless, I still get ok mileage... between 17 and 20. What problems >>might this create for me? > Hi, The 02 sensor provides info to the engine computer so the computer can fine tune the fuel/air ratio. The engines were set up from the factory to run on the rich side until the 02 sensor warmed up and started working. So most likely you are running a little rich. I haven't heard of anyone having problems running this way.... Your gas mileage is as good as mine. Bye, Mark Ingalls 85GL w/02 sensor and digitool read-out of it's operation.
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