My service engine light soon as been on for about a week. I took it to AutoZone for the diag test. They said it could be a bad oxygen sensor or fuel switch. I was wondering how long I can drive the car before I get it fixed? I was hoping to wait 3 weeks before I take it in, but I am afraid I will break down while driving to work or cause more damage to the car? Thank you!

Asked by sbuco0306 Dec 07, 2012 at 11:51 AM about the 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT Coupe

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sbuco0306 answered 11 years ago

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tenspeed answered 11 years ago

Get the code number and head over to GAOwnersClub.com - they can narrow down the probable causes. If it's running rich, it could take out the cat O2 sensor

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