Removal

REMOVAL






CAUTION: Never apply any type of grease to the oxygen sensor electrical connector, or attempt any soldering of the sensor wiring harness.

WARNING: The exhaust manifold, exhaust pipes and catalytic converter become very hot during engine operation. Allow the engine to cool before removing the oxygen sensor.

1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Disconnect wire connector from O2S sensor.

CAUTION: When disconnecting the sensor electrical connector, do not pull directly on the wire going into sensor.

3. Remove O2S sensor (3) or (4) with an oxygen sensor removal and installation tool.
4. Clean threads in exhaust pipe using appropriate tap.