Jack wrote:
> I don't believe that the O2 sensor has sufficient 'authority' to change the
> mixture enough to cause the car to stop running.
> I had a situation once where a mechanic destroyed the threads in the
> manifold while attempting to replace my oxygen sensor.
> I had to drive the car for 3 weeks with no oxygen sensor and a plumbing plug
> stuck in my exhaust manifold. My mileage went down by about 10% but the car
> ran just fine. 1984 318i L-Jetronic.

Well my experiences with 2 mid 90's BMWs say otherwise. The engine will
be so messed up it won't idle, and will stall. It also wouldn't
accelerate much if you try just holding down the pedal.


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-Fred W