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Rear Oxygen Sensor: Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Lift up the vehicle.
  3. Remove the front exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST(H6DO)>Front Exhaust Pipe>REMOVAL .
  4. Apply spray-type lubricant (004301003) or equivalent to the threaded portion of rear oxygen sensor, and leave it for one minute or more.
  5. Remove the rear oxygen sensor.
    CAUTION: When removing the rear oxygen sensor, wait until exhaust pipe cools, otherwise it will damage the exhaust pipe.
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