FAQ for Oxygen Sensor Repair
Q: Can you remove the pigtail from the service procedure?
A:
No, do not remove the pigtail from either the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) or the oxygen sensor (O2S). Removing the pigtail or the connector will affect sensor operation.
By OmarGM Specialist
08/02/2022 Q: What can you do to check for contamination of the Heated Oxygen Sensors?
A:
Remove the HO2S and visually inspect the portion of the sensor exposed to the exhaust stream.
By BobGM Specialist
04/02/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the sensor?
A:
The recommended torque is 42 Nm (31 lb-ft).
By BobGM Specialist
01/02/2022 Q: What kind of special tools will be used when removing the Heated Oxygen Sensor-Bank 1 Sensor 1?
A:
J39194-B Oxygen Sensor Wrench.
By BobGM Specialist
28/01/2022 Q: What should you know about the Excessive Force and Oxygen Sensor?
A:
The oxygen sensor may be difficult to remove when the engine temperature is below 48°C (120°F). Excessive force may damage threads in the exhaust manifold or the exhaust pipe.
By OmarGM Specialist
26/01/2022 Q: What should you know about the sensor or vehicle lead wires?
A:
You need to ensure that they are not bent sharply or kinked. Sharp bends or kinks could block the reference air path through the lead wire.
By OmarGM Specialist
26/01/2022 Q: What should you pay much attention to at the beginning of the removal?
A:
You must ensure to support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.
By BobGM Specialist
25/01/2022 Q: What should you perform when replacing the HO2S?
A:
Acode clear with a scan tool, regardless of whether or not a DTC is set. HO2S heater resistance learn reset with a scan tool, where available.
By BobGM Specialist
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