Rear Oxygen Sensor: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the under cover. Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Under Cover.
Disconnect the rear oxygen sensor connector.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Rear Oxygen Sensor Connector
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Apply spray-type lubricant to the threaded portion of rear oxygen sensor, and leave it for one minute or more.
Remove the rear oxygen sensor.
CAUTION: When removing the rear oxygen sensor, wait until exhaust pipe cools, otherwise it will damage the exhaust pipe.

Fig 3: Locating Rear Oxygen Sensor
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