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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the dual converter Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
  3. Remove the heat shield.
    Fig 1: Removing Heat Shield
    G01308589Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Disconnect the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor connector.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Output Shaft Speed Sensor Connector
    G01308590Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the OSS sensor cover.
    1. Remove the connector.
    2. Remove the bolt.
    3. Remove the cover.
      Fig 3: Removing OSS Sensor Cover
      G01308591Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the OSS sensor.
    Fig 4: Removing OSS Sensor
    G01308592Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.