Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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Disconnect the front oxygen (A/F) sensor connector.
NOTE: Remove the harness from bracket.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor Connector
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Lift up the vehicle.
Apply spray-type lubricant to the threaded portion of front oxygen (A/F) sensor, and leave it for one minute or more.
Remove the front oxygen (A/F) sensor.

CAUTION: When removing the oxygen (A/F) sensor, wait until exhaust pipe cools, otherwise it will damage exhaust pipe.

Fig 3: Removing Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor

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