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OK 600 miles codeless after P0420 mechanical fix (anti-fouler) and today I got two P2096 codes (second one reads P2096P) and some at nasioc report this being related to 05 (with O2 cheaters in place). http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1131438 I will take the advice to remove the piggyback, drill it and use on driver's side cat and probably get another one and use on the third rear sensor behind where the dual exhaust joins. Has anyone dealt with the 05 before? I will post back or edit but I read somewhere that it has something to do with how the 05 reads the difference between the sensors that varies from other years. Just my luck... Any thoughts?

Just looked at the pics again... Does the principal mind you parking in his/her spot OR are you the man?

Well that was easier than I thought. Part# 42009 from Autozone's Help aisle. We just had 13" of snow (a dusting to members from Alaska) but I found a clear spot in the driveway and could access the O2 sensor by removing the wheel. Wanted to give it its best shot so I used the 2 anti-foulers in the package, drilling out the one as described and piggybacking it onto the first and used anti-sieze as instructed. The code P0420 in the Autozone readout specified bank1 so I took a chance on the mod for just the sensor behind the passenger cat since AZ only had one package in stock. If the code returns, I will do the driver's side as well as the rear sensor behind where the dual exhausts join, hopefully on a warmer day. Thanks for the help.

non OEM...

15 minutes? Great, I'll be right over... take me about 5 days from Connecticut. Thanks for the clarification on the size.

I went to Autozone and they only had 14 and 18mm. Most of the web write ups (non-subie) speak of 18mm. Is this fix for Subaru 21mm as described earlier? Anyone able to post a part number and supplier for specs? There is discussion of using one or having to piggyback two?? AND lucky me, looks like this car has 5 sensors in all. 2 on each down pipe (PN 22641), 2 behind each cat (PN 22690)and 1 behind the muffler?/cat? right after the two pipes join, also PN 22690. So now do I do all 3 rear sensors? Could they have made it any more complicated?

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@GD, I'm not sure. It wasn't real cold when it reappeared (high 20s F) highway driving. Had gone about 100 miles and many restarts since Autozone cleared the P0420 code 5 days ago when the CEL/blinking cruise control reappeared. Car seems to be running fine... It is too cold to work on outside now and without a lift, I'm inclined to wait. 1. I suppose there is room above the original O2 sensor for this "extension"? 2. Is the wrench needed the standard size offered for loan by Autozone? 3. Anyone done this on 05 OB and is there a quick connect for the wire or is it cut and splice? 4. I can't recall but will the code a. reset itself b. reset by disconnecting battery c. disconnect battery and something else I can't recall? 5. Will someone come to my house and do this while I stay warm in front of the TV?

YIKES! Parts alone for the two cats for 05 OB/auto is close to... $1800 from discount online subie store:eek: Is there an alternative beside cheating the sensors as above described?

Always like hearing from the cheap seats in Speculation Corner. 2005 OB 4 cylinder but YES dual friggin' cats. 2 front sensors. 2 rear sensors. All original equipment at 105K miles. Can't find the printout from Autozone (I need a leaf blower to organize my desk) but I think the readout stated 3 possiblities. Improper AF ratio Something about Bank 1 Catalytic converter (read: prepare to empty wallet)

The dreaded P0420 hit last week on my 2005 OB with 103k miles. Cleared code and came back at 100 miles. My 2005 OB has two front and two rear O2 sensors. Do I need to add the spacer on both rear O2 sensors for this to work as described?

I see from the search function it means USE THE SEARCH FUNCTION. Actually, I took it to Autozone before clearing the codes... P0420. Checked the gas cap and gave it a few extra clicks and no code for now but it was hard starting at first and ran like crap after the code was cleared but now seems OK. I think I will follow a course of benign neglect until/unless the warnings reappear.

What's this all about?? 2005 Outback auto 105K miles.

Don't worry Shin. Welcome to the board. I've learned a thing or two (that's an understatement) from the members here. As the saying goes, there's more than one way to skin a cat. In this case, perhaps what others are pointing out is that you used a chainsaw to do the skinning. Glad it worked for you so far but keep an eye out down the road for the possible pitfalls suggested in your method.

and the car color matches your t-shirt!

yeah you're right. We now have howling tires as well as squirmy tires:lol:

OK I'll run mine flat. Problem solved! Seriously, how were they when you used the recommended tire pressure for the car as posted on the door jamb?

drats, I just got a set of envigors delivered yesterday but haven't installed them yet. i'll keep you posted.

I know this is out of your area but in the event that some other members read this and need something a little more "easterly" try subarupartsforyou.com in ct. Ask for Anthony or John. LINK

++ retrace your steps as this appears where you first went off track.

Parts are available! Even picked up rings through SOA network of dealers. 360 Club enthusiasts have had windshields made for the group. They're notorious for finding compatible parts from lawnmowers and leafblowers! 2 stroke engine stinks like all get out! As you can see from the video, one of the 360's was stuffed to the roof with parts! Friend has one insured and on the road and maybe another will be pieced together from the trio of rustbuckets.

If you are nostalgic for the good ole days of 360s, here's a link to some that a buddy is restoring.

A little harsh don't you think? There are erasers on pencils because mistakes do happen. Seems like they made good on the "problem" and will hopefully(?) fix the small leak.

Wooah! Now that is for sure some good ole WV broken back ridge fix!

I'm in salty CT with 05 and 08 OBs (both garaged) and so far no such leak. Had one on an early Loyale though...