Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
All sensors
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to
JACKING & LIFTING
.
RH HO2S on 5.0L engine with automatic transmission
- Disconnect the transmission vehicle harness connector by twisting the outer shell and pulling back on the connector.
- Detach the 2 wiring harness retainers.
RH HO2S on 5.0L engine with manual transmission
- Disconnect the skip shift solenoid electrical connector.
- Detach the 2 wiring harness retainers.
RH HO2S on 5.0L and 5.8L engines
- Remove the battery tray. Refer to
BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES
.
RH HO2S on 5.0L engine
- Pull the wiring harness up toward the rear of the engine to access the HO2S electrical connector.
All sensors
- Detach the pin type retainer and disconnect the HO2S electrical connector.
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NOTE: If necessary, lubricate the HO2S threads with penetrating and lock lubricant to aid in removal.
Using a crowfoot wrench, remove the HO2S.
- Calculate the correct torque wrench setting for the following torque. Refer to the Torque Wrench Adapter Formulas in the illustration .
- To install, use a crowfoot wrench, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply a light coat of anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the HO2S before installing.