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Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor: Installation

  1. Before installing front oxygen (A/F) sensor, apply anti-seize compound only to the threaded portion of front oxygen (A/F) sensor to make the next removal easier.
    CAUTION: Never apply anti-seize compound to the protector of front oxygen (A/F) sensor.

    Anti-seize compound: NEVER-SEEZ NSN, JET LUBE or equivalent 

  2. Install the front oxygen (A/F) sensor.

    Tightening torque: 21 N.m (2.1 kgf-m, 15.2 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Identifying Front And Rear Oxygen (A/F) Sensor Connector Position
    G05339222Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the under cover.
  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Connect the connector of front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector and fasten the harness with clips.
    Fig 2: Identifying Front And Rear Oxygen (A/F) Sensor Connector Position
    G05339223Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Connect the battery ground cable to battery.
    Fig 3: Identifying Ground Cable From Battery
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