Service Procedure

Fig. 96 O2 Sensor Connection Location:

Fig. 115 Oxygen Sensor Location:

NOTE: Do not attempt to remove the oxygen sensor without allowing adequate time for cooling. Times may vary due to outside air temperature and engine operating conditions. Be sure to use approved eye protection.

Removal

1. Disconnect the oxygen sensor wiring harness connector which is located at the right side of the transmission tunnel.

NOTE: Observe the oxygen sensor harness routing and be sure to reinstall it in the same manner.

2. Turn the oxygen sensor counterclockwise to remove it from the exhaust system.

Installation

1. Clean the exhaust system threads for the oxygen sensor.
2. Apply an appropriate Anti-Seize paste to the oxygen sensor threads. Do not let the Anti-Seize paste enter the slots of the oxygen sensor, it will render the Oxygen Sensor ineffective.
3. Torque the oxygen sensor to 40ft.lbs.
4. Reconnect the Oxygen Sensor harness.
5. Start the engine and check the operation of the oxygen sensor.