My repair guy noticed my flex fuel sensor was nicked during a routine oil change. Wants to fix for $900, also referred to it as "octane" sensor. No warning lights or problems with truck.

Asked by Chickadee1 Aug 28, 2014 at 09:30 AM about the 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Fleet RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I just want to make sure flex fuel and octane sensors are one in the same. Does it need
to be replaced?

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T_S_T answered 10 years ago

Unless,you have engine light on,there is no problem,my advice would be wait for the truck to tell you something,s wrong,it is not hurting anything,don,t waste your money.

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I just want to make sure flex fuel and octane sensors are one in the same. Does it need to be replaced?

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My repair guy noticed my flex fuel sensor was nicked during a routine oil change. Wants to fix for $900, also referred to it as "octane" sensor. No warning lights or problems with truck.

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My repair guy noticed my flex fuel sensor was nicked during a routine oil change. Wants to fix for $900, also referred to it as "octane" sensor. No warning lights or problems with truck.

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