Removing & Installing (Tribute 3.0L)

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Raise and support the vehicle.
Disconnect the Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) harness connector. See Fig 1 and/or Fig 2.

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

Using the Special Tool (303-476), remove the HO2S. See Fig 3 and/or Fig 4.

Fig 1: Locating HO2S Harness Connector (Left Side) - Tribute (3.0L)

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Fig 2: Locating HO2S Harness Connector (Right Side) - Tribute (3.0L)

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Fig 3: Removing & Installing HO2S (Left Side) - Tribute (3.0L)

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Fig 4: Removing & Installing HO2S (Right Side) - Tribute (3.0L)

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