Catalyst Monitor Sensor: Removal

All sensors 

1. 1. Remove the nut.

      Torque: 42 lb.in (4.8 Nm)

   2. Detach the 2 engine appearance cover grommets from the ball studs and remove the engine appearance cover.
   3. If the engine appearance cover stud bolt is loosened or removed, it must be installed/tightened into the valve cover.

      Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

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2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .

   Right hand Catalyst monitor sensor 

3. Remove the RH air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe RH .
4. Remove the RHCAC intake pipe. Refer to: Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Intake Pipe .
5. Disconnect the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector.

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6. Apply penetrating oil to sensor, using the special tool remove the Catalyst monitor sensor. Use Special Service Tool: 303-476 (T94P-9472-A) Socket, Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor.

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

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   Left hand Catalyst monitor sensor 

7. Remove the air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
8. Disconnect the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector.

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9. Remove the retainers and the underbody splash shield.

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10. Disconnect the catalyst monitor sensor electrical harness retainer.

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11. Apply penetrating oil to sensor, using the special tool remove the Catalyst monitor sensor. Use Special Service Tool: 303-476 (T94P-9472-A) Socket, Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor.

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

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