Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
If the RH heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) is being serviced, remove the bolts and position the heat shield aside.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
Disconnect the HO2S electrical connector.

NOTE: If necessary, lubricate the HO2S with penetrating and lock lubricant to ease removal.

Using the special tool, remove the HO2S.
- To install, tighten to 41 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 1: Removing/Installing Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Using Special Tool
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply a light coat of nickel anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the HO2S.