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zackex · 03-29-2013, 04:37 PM

Check engine light came on today I have had the K&N fresh air intake on for a couple hundred miles has anyone had this happen. The manual warns of fresh air intake any one know of a fix. I go to the dealer monday morning we will see what the code says. I see alot of cars with this mod.

nyrfan · 03-29-2013, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by zackex

Check engine light came on today I have had the K&N fresh air intake on for a couple hundred miles has anyone had this happen. The manual warns of fresh air intake any one know of a fix. I go to the dealer monday morning we will see what the code says. I see alot of cars with this mod.

K&N CAI are known to throw codes. Just go to an auto parts stores, most will scan and give you the code for free.

Sent from my 2SS/RS

Apex Motorsports · 03-29-2013, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by nyrfan

Just go to an auto parts stores, most will scan and give you the code for free.

This. Don't assume it is the intake.

dragonZ28 · 03-29-2013, 04:48 PM

If it is from the intake: Probably Your Air/Fuel ratio is now "off" according to what the computer expects. Or in other words: too much air, which is what you wanted. The dealer might not like this, because you might have change your factory tune to get rid of the code.

zackex · 03-29-2013, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by dragonZ28

If it is from the intake: Probably Your Air/Fuel ratio is now "off" according to what the computer expects. Or in other words: too much air, which is what you wanted. The dealer might not like this, because you might have change your factory tune to get rid of the code.

So what are we takling about will the dealer clear the code or do I have to remove the K&N or void the warranty with a retune.

Smkn600CTD · 03-29-2013, 05:24 PM

Be sure the tube connections are tight.

Mine did this last week. I hit the OnStar button and they told me the code. I knew right away what caused the light to come on at that point. Opened the hood and there it was...

zackex · 03-29-2013, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Smkn600CTD

Be sure the tube connections are tight.

Mine did this last week. I hit the OnStar button and they told me the code. I knew right away what caused the light to come on at that point. Opened the hood and there it was...

What the hose clamps were loose and what was the code OnStar gave you mass air flow sensor or emissions.

2012TES-Anni · 03-29-2013, 05:36 PM

Had a person in our club, over oil his filter and the dealer charged him over 700.00 to fix it, get some MAF sensor cleaner and that should clear the codes. Just make sure that the filter is not over oiled.

zackex · 03-29-2013, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 2012TES-Anni

Had a person in our club, over oil his filter and the dealer charged him over 700.00 to fix it, get some MAF sensor cleaner and that should clear the codes. Just make sure that the filter is not over oiled.

I have heard of this and made sure it was lightly oiled but I will check again.

camoman · 03-29-2013, 09:13 PM

Happened to me, one of the clamps came loose. Just tightened it back up and the code was gone.

zackex · 03-30-2013, 06:33 AM

Thanks for the help I will let you know how I make out

zackex · 03-30-2013, 10:04 AM

Thanks Everyone the light is out. Cleaned MAF checked hose clamps light was still ON. Drove for roughly 50 miles shut car off went in store came out started car baboom light was OFF. Light has been off now for 50 miles and car has never ran or idled better. Previous to the "Light" I had hit rev limiter and was playing a little heavy with the car. Possible I pulled a little oil off of th K&N air filter.

Thanks again for all help given.

camoman · 03-30-2013, 10:12 AM

No problem zackex !

midlife · 04-05-2013, 06:35 PM

I am thinking about putting on the K&N opened filter but was told that it will effect the O2 senior. Is this true. Does the K&N bolt on without any other changes? Was there mush of a performance boost. I noticed at the NY Car show that the all new Z28 Camaro has what looks like a K&N filter system. Does anyone know if that O2 seniors is different?

03-29-2013, 04:37 PM	#1
zackex Drives: 45th Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: boston Posts: 74 View My Garage	Check Engine light and fresh air intake Check engine light came on today I have had the K&N fresh air intake on for a couple hundred miles has anyone had this happen. The manual warns of fresh air intake any one know of a fix. I go to the dealer monday morning we will see what the code says. I see alot of cars with this mod. __________________ Audente Fortuna Iuvat

03-29-2013, 05:24 PM	#6
Smkn600CTD Drives: 2013 Camaro SS and 2014 SS Sedan Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 308	Be sure the tube connections are tight. Mine did this last week. I hit the OnStar button and they told me the code. I knew right away what caused the light to come on at that point. Opened the hood and there it was... __________________ 2016 Lexus GS-F 2014 SS Sedan #2577/3537 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS. 2013 Camro ZL1 Vert 2009 Dodge Daytona Charger #332/400

03-30-2013, 06:33 AM	#11
zackex Drives: 45th Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: boston Posts: 74 View My Garage	Thanks for the help I will let you know how I make out __________________ Audente Fortuna Iuvat

03-30-2013, 10:04 AM	#12
zackex Drives: 45th Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: boston Posts: 74 View My Garage	Thanks Everyone the light is out. Cleaned MAF checked hose clamps light was still ON. Drove for roughly 50 miles shut car off went in store came out started car baboom light was OFF. Light has been off now for 50 miles and car has never ran or idled better. Previous to the "Light" I had hit rev limiter and was playing a little heavy with the car. Possible I pulled a little oil off of th K&N air filter. Thanks again for all help given. __________________ Audente Fortuna Iuvat

03-29-2013, 04:48 PM	#4
dragonZ28 Drives: 2001 T/A, 2010 2SS/RS, 2006 Z06 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 2,428	If it is from the intake: Probably Your Air/Fuel ratio is now "off" according to what the computer expects. Or in other words: too much air, which is what you wanted. The dealer might not like this, because you might have change your factory tune to get rid of the code.

03-29-2013, 05:36 PM	#8
2012TES-Anni Drives: 45th Anniversary 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Land O Lakes Posts: 28	Had a person in our club, over oil his filter and the dealer charged him over 700.00 to fix it, get some MAF sensor cleaner and that should clear the codes. Just make sure that the filter is not over oiled.

03-29-2013, 09:13 PM	#10
camoman Drives: 2010 1SS IBM L99 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Miramar Florida Posts: 316	Happened to me, one of the clamps came loose. Just tightened it back up and the code was gone.

03-30-2013, 10:12 AM	#13
camoman Drives: 2010 1SS IBM L99 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Miramar Florida Posts: 316	No problem zackex !

04-05-2013, 06:35 PM	#14
midlife Drives: 2011 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: NY Posts: 112	I am thinking about putting on the K&N opened filter but was told that it will effect the O2 senior. Is this true. Does the K&N bolt on without any other changes? Was there mush of a performance boost. I noticed at the NY Car show that the all new Z28 Camaro has what looks like a K&N filter system. Does anyone know if that O2 seniors is different?