Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) Sensor 11: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE: Do not use silicone based sprays or lubricants on any components installed onto or around the diesel exhaust system or intake air distribution and filtering system. Silicone reacts with the Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) sensors and may cause permanent damage to the NOx sensors.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Disconnect the electrical connector, release the harness retainers.

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

Unclip the sensor wire from the flange and remove the NOX sensor.

Material: Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock Lubricant / XL-1

Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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