Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to the JACKING AND LIFTING .

4x4 vehicles

Disconnect the front driveshaft from the transfer case.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Front Driveshaft From Transfer Case
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Disconnect the front driveshaft from the front differential.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Front Driveshaft From Front Differential
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Remove the front driveshaft from the vehicle.

Fig 3: Removing Front Driveshaft From Vehicle
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All vehicles
Remove the shift cable and bracket.

Fig 4: Identifying Shift Cable And Bracket
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Disconnect the HO2S sensor connector from the transmission case.

Fig 5: Disconnecting HO2S Sensor Connector From Transmission Case
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Disconnect the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor Electrical Connector
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Remove the OSS sensor.
1. Remove the OSS sensor screw.
2. Remove the OSS sensor from the transmission.
  - Inspect the OSS sensor O-ring for damage. If damaged, install a new O-ring.
    
    Fig 7: Inspecting OSS Sensor O-Ring For Damage
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