FAQ for Oxygen Sensor Repair
Q: What is the removal procedure for the heated oxygen sensor (bank 1 sensor 1)?
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The procedure is to turn the ignition off, disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector, remove the HO2S electrical connector, raise and support the vehicle and remove the HO2S from the catalytic converter.
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02/11/2022 Q: How do you replace the heated oxygen sensor (bank 1 sensor 2)?
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You can turn the ignition off, raise and support the vehicle, disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector, remove the HO2S wiring harness from the transmission case and remove the HO2S.
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02/11/2022 Q: What is the purpose of handling the oxygen sensors carefully?
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The purpose is to prevent damage to the component.
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02/11/2022 Q: How do you install the heated oxygen sensor (Bank 1 Sensor 1)?
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You can install the HO2S to the catalytic converter, lower the vehicle, install the HO2S electrical connector to the wiring harness bracket and connect the HO2S electrical connector.
By BobGM Specialist
02/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the heated oxygen sensor (bank 2 sensor 1)?
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The procedure is to remove the left side air inlet panel, disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector, remove the HO2S electrical connector, raise and support the vehicle and remove the HO2S.
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02/11/2022 Q: What is the proper way to install the heated oxygen sensor (bank 1 sensor 2)?
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You can install the HO2S, connect the HO2S electrical connector, install the HO2S wiring harness to the transmission case and lower the vehicle.
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02/11/2022 Q: What should you do to check for contamination?
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You should remove the HO2S and visually inspect the portion of the sensor exposed to the exhaust stream to check for contamination.
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02/11/2022 Q: How do you install the heated oxygen sensor (Bank 2 Sensor 2)?
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You can install the HO2S, connect the HO2S electrical connector, install the HO2S wiring harness to the transmission case and lower the vehicle.
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02/11/2022 Q: What should you do before replacing the oxygen sensor?
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You should eliminate the source of contamination before replacing the oxygen sensor.
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02/11/2022 Q: What should you do when replacing the HO2S?
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You should perform a code clear with a scan tool regardless of whether or not a DTC is set and perform the HO2S heater resistance learn reset with a scan tool where available.
By BobGM Specialist
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