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Removal Procedure

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NOTE: The oxygen sensor may be difficult to remove when the engine temperature is below 48°C (120°F). Excessive force may damage threads in the exhaust manifold or the exhaust pipe.
    Fig 1: Heated Oxygen Sensor (Position 2)
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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector retaining clip from the HO2S electrical harness connector.
  3. Disconnect the HO2S electrical connector from the HO2S electrical harness connector.
    4. IMPORTANT: Remove oxygen sensors with the engine temperature above 48°C (120°F). Otherwise the oxygen sensors may be difficult to remove.
  4. Use the J 39194  to remove the oxygen sensor from the exhaust pipe. See Special Tools .
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