Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego, 2006 Ford Freestyle, and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Disconnect the catalyst monitor sensor (CMS) electrical connector.
- Using the special tool, remove the CMS from the exhaust and discard.
- To install, tighten to 48 N.m (35 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply a light coat of anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the CMS.
NOTE:
If necessary, lubricate the CMS with lock lubricant to aid in removal.
NOTE:
Do not reuse CMS. If removed, a new sensor must be installed.