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Pre-Cat O2 sensor


masawo
08-13-2005, 06:01 PM
whats the easiest way to get this sucker off if doing it at home? I have the O2 sensor socket accessory, this thing just doesn't want to budge, even tried a Liquid Wrench type product. I don't have any shop grade tools at home so am i stuck going to take my GC somewhere to have a shop remove it?

Thanks all

dksob81
08-13-2005, 11:27 PM
whats the easiest way to get this sucker off if doing it at home? I have the O2 sensor socket accessory, this thing just doesn't want to budge, even tried a Liquid Wrench type product. I don't have any shop grade tools at home so am i stuck going to take my GC somewhere to have a shop remove it?

Thanks all

O2 Sensors are always a B1$#% to remove, mostly because of location and difficulty getting to them. 1 thing I would have to say is make sure the engine is completely cold before attempting - 2 reasons, a hot exhuast pipe is too comfortable to rub against and it will be easier to loosen when cold (heat makes everything expand therefore making everything tighter).

Also, I am not sure of the location of you O2 sensor. but on my 94 it is impossible to use the O2 Sensor sockets, always had to use a wrech to remove (7/8" or 22mm something like that).

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