Causes and Fixes Ford P0420 Code: Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1

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    Possible Causes of a Ford P0420 Code
    Failed A/F Heater Oxygen Sensor
    Bad catalytic converter
    Engine problem such as Faulty Fuel injector
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Komentáře • 21

  • @ThirdCoastElectronics
    @ThirdCoastElectronics Před 11 měsíci +19

    Something to add that could be cause of problem. Easiest solution, and most overlooked problem is a dirty air filter. Especially the CAI oiled filters like K&N. If you have a factory filter, just buy a new one. If you have a aftermarket oiled type filter, remove it and spray it with cleaner. Spray it from inside out with water hose, let completely dry, and reapply oil before installing.

  • @rodcosta2345
    @rodcosta2345 Před 4 měsíci +6

    Short and clear information. Thank you!

  • @jamesray3920
    @jamesray3920 Před rokem +9

    I watch your viedo and others I got a p0420 code trust me buy the cat cleaner liquid you pour in your vehicle it's most none of these other clogged honey cone inside cat pour cleaner in it and watch the magic I done this drove normal 20 to 40 miles and following directions on can my vehicle on its on cleared the code I am sold on this liquid cat / exhaust cleaner u need try it for me it workes no more faults

  • @ShannonCollins-y3p
    @ShannonCollins-y3p Před 6 dny

    P1633 Code with P0420 code for 2005 Ford Taurus. The fuse is blown in number 18 of the power distribution box. It will start but wont stay running. Does all this sound more costly to fix then the car is worth? If it could be a faulty fuel injector?

  • @juliansdiamonds
    @juliansdiamonds Před 2 měsíci +1

    Great information !!! Thank you.

  • @gillesheroux2417
    @gillesheroux2417 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I have a 2013 Ford Explorer xlt the code p0420 is registered on the computer, but it is not lit in the Dash. where is it located it's a 3.5 L V6. you said next to cylinder #1

  • @juanhinojosa9784
    @juanhinojosa9784 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Good evening, i have a 2006 focus 2.0 i have that p0420 code, yet the car runs fine it hasn't lost power. Could it be the cat? Or how do i know what sensor to replace? If any

  • @OrlandoFerrell
    @OrlandoFerrell Před 8 dny

    I have a 2014 Ford F150 Lariat v6 ecoboost. I have changed the sensors on the driver side. My check engine light was on and went off after replacing them with new ones from Advanced Auto Parts. However, the light came back on after driving for a couple of days. Then it went off after I really smashed the gas. The next day, it came on again. I took it to a muffler shop as my mechanic suggested. After they ran their test, they said it is the Cadillac convert and the fuel pump is going bad. I have 150,000 miles on my truck. Has anyone else experience this issue and if so how do you fix the problem with the check engine light going on?

  • @abdulhadialsalti4760
    @abdulhadialsalti4760 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I experienced a problem when I was driving my Mustang, as the engine began to perform poorly, especially at low engine revs, in addition to difficulty starting, noting that there was no check engine light, but I opened the car and found that there were two codes p0430 and p0420 at the same time.
    Please advise with thanks

    • @briandiaz2559
      @briandiaz2559 Před měsícem

      Did u figure it out?

    • @abdulhadialsalti4760
      @abdulhadialsalti4760 Před měsícem

      @@briandiaz2559 yes bro, it was a weak fuel pump. So I replaced it with a new one and it works perfectly.

  • @rustamazizyan6336
    @rustamazizyan6336 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Can you help me iam having a problem with my ford fusion se 2.5 I changed both of my sensors and my code came back up. P0420 but the car drives normal.

  • @Maxy_Boy09
    @Maxy_Boy09 Před rokem +2

    Hi, I have that P0420 code on my ford and it came up after I drove 15 miles after oil and oil filter change-but I have used the same oil as usual. I added catcleaner to fuel and now I do 58 miles per gallon when before 52. I have just changed lambda co2 past-cat sensor and all 3 spark plugs and light is still on. My mechnanic did catalyst test and it would pass MTO so is it possible that catalyst needs to be replaced despite has passed MTO test ?

    • @HVAC_Mechanic
      @HVAC_Mechanic  Před rokem +2

      It is hard to say, but when a catalytic converter becomes clogged up, the engine will have less power than it once did. There are several tests that can be done to test the Cat. I would also test the 02 sensors with a scan tool to be sure there are no issues.

  • @MagTony357
    @MagTony357 Před 19 dny

    Why does it not matter on a 4 cyc? Cause I have bank 1 below and bank 2 is fine.

    • @HVAC_Mechanic
      @HVAC_Mechanic  Před 18 dny

      There is no bank-2 on a 4-cylinder engine; it will only have one bank.

  • @deathdtagon904z7
    @deathdtagon904z7 Před 8 měsíci +2

    OK I have a big question I drive a 2011 F150 with a coyote engine V8 I’ve replaced the Cadillac converters and I’ve also replaced several O2 sensors along with all the other necessary sensors and my vehicle but I still get the P0420 code. I’ve taken it to two mechanics and they tell me there’s nothing I can do but I’ve noticed a significant difference in power output and it just doesn’t drive the same. I don’t know what to do and at this point I’ll take any advice I can get. If anyone has an idea as to what I could try or something I could do please let me know.

    • @simono.1970
      @simono.1970 Před 7 měsíci +2

      If yet , not repaired Have someone check ur inject flow , may be receiving to lean fuel

  • @dustinreid597
    @dustinreid597 Před 4 měsíci

    Sea foam ! Magical shit.