Oxygen Sensor: Removal
- Ensure oxygen sensor is free of contaminants. DO NOT use cleaning solvents of any type. Oxygen sensor may be difficult to remove when engine temperature is less than 120°F (48°C). Excessive removal force may damage threads in exhaust manifold or pipe.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect electrical connector from oxygen sensor. Carefully remove oxygen sensor from exhaust pipe.
CAUTION:
Correct torque of oxygen sensor is critical to prevent crushing glass beads in graphite anti-seize compound. Crushing glass beads will cause sensor to seize in exhaust manifold. This may necessitate replacement of exhaust manifold at the next removal.