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Rear Oxygen Sensor: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
  2. Lift up the vehicle.
  3. Remove the under cover. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Front Under Cover. >
  4. Disconnect the rear oxygen sensor connector.
    Fig 1: Identifying Front (A/F) And Rear Oxygen Sensor Connector
    G10307923Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the front mud guard RH. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Mud Guard. >
  6. Apply spray-type lubricant (004301003) or equivalent to the threaded portion of rear oxygen sensor, and leave it for one minute or more.
  7. Remove the rear oxygen sensor.
    CAUTION: When removing the rear oxygen sensor, wait until exhaust pipe cools, otherwise it will damage the exhaust pipe.
    Fig 2: Locating Rear Oxygen Sensor Bolt
    G10262203Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.