Installing Oxygen Sensor Upstream Of Catalytic Converter
Information
- When reinstalling oxygen sensors, grease the thread with the Optimol Paste MF lubricant (Part No. 000.043.207.07) only.
- New oxygen sensors have already been greased and the thread is fitted with a protection cap.
- During re-installation of the oxygen sensor, the thread must be coated with the prescribed lubricant.
- 1.1. New oxygen sensors are pre-greased for installation. NOTE: Incorrect handling of oxygen sensors
- Damage to oxygen sensors
- Different exhaust emission behavior
→ Do not remove the plastic cap on the thread until just prior to fitting.
→ Protect oxygen sensors from impact of any kind.
→ Do not kink or twist the cables when screwing in the sensors.
→ Do not re-use dirty or damaged components.
- 1.1. New oxygen sensors are pre-greased for installation.
- Screw in oxygen sensor by hand.
- 2.1. Use the same tools as prescribed for removal.
- 2.2. Tighten oxygen sensor according to tightening specifications.
Tightening torque using prescribed tool 39 Nm (29 ftlb.)
- Route oxygen sensor cable and clip it in at the defined mounting points.
- Route oxygen sensor cable in engine compartment and clip into the holder.
- 4.1. Close plug connection and insert into the holder.