Check Engine Light

[official91]

Took 2002 LS to service re check engine light. They recommeded replacing intake gasket, IMT O-rings, 2 vaccuum hoses, PCV valve, PCV hose and throttle body. Check engine light is on solid, not flashing. When I disconnect the battery, check engine light goes off but comes on 2 or three starts later. Supposed to go see my mom in Buffalo, 900 miles one way next week. Would this repair wait until I get back or am I risking engine damage?
Thanks,

 

[FASTLLS]

I'm assuming v6?

Get the codes ran at like Advance Auto.. That will give us more of a idea..

 

[official91]

Check Engine codes P0171 P0174

Advance Auto checked Check engine light. Codes are P0171 and P0174. The AA person said these were pre-catalytic converter and post catalytic converter oxygen sensors (2 each, total four). About $45 each.

 

[lseguy]

Dude. I seriously doubt the issue is solely 02 sensors. I actually am still running my OEM sensors at 132k miles on my 2002 V8 that I've owned since new.

P0171 and P0174 could be a number of things. Might be a MAF sensor. Might now. This might be a good time to have the dealer at least diagnose so you arent throwing good money away at good parts.

 

[official91]

Yes, 2002 LS V6. Did research the forum and it sounds more like the PVC then O2 sensors. Is this repair possible without putting the car on a lift? And to answer my original question, it sounds OK to drive 900 miles next week as the car isn't stalling etc. And to do repair after trip. Thoughts?

 

[official91]

Did take it to the dealer. They recommend the repairs at the top - replacing intake gasket, IMT O-rings, 2 vaccuum hoses, PCV valve, PCV hose and throttle body

 

[official91]

Dealer estimated cost to repair at $907. A bit steep for me. Another mechanic wanted to Perform "exploratory surgery" as he wasn't sure what it was. Estimated $700 in labor alone.

 

[joegr]

Yes, 2002 LS V6. Did research the forum and it sounds more like the PVC then O2 sensors. Is this repair possible without putting the car on a lift? And to answer my original question, it sounds OK to drive 900 miles next week as the car isn't stalling etc. And to do repair after trip. Thoughts?

No lift required. In fact, it would make it harder to do.