Oxygen Sensor: Service and Repair
Oxygen Sensor
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
• Box wrench set (3337)
• Hot bolt paste G 052 112 A3
Work sequence
- Disconnect connector for oxygen sensor and move wiring clear.
2 (brown) to Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) (G130)
5 (black) to Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) (G39)
• To gain access to the connector, remove coolant expansion tank bolt (arrow) and move expansion tank to side. Fuel hoses remain connected.
- Remove oxygen sensor using special tool (3337).
When installing, note the following points:
• The screw thread on the oxygen sensor is coated with assembly paste. This paste must not be allowed to penetrate the openings on the sensor.
• Tightening torque 55 Nm.
• When installing, the oxygen sensor wire must be secured in exactly the same position as before in order to avoid contact between the wire and the exhaust pipe.