Oxygen Sensors

Here is the low-down on oxygen sensors, and their location designations explained: Oxygen sensors are screwed into the exhaust...

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It has radically reduced the emmissions given off from automobiles. Too bad the big vehicles aren't as closely scrutinized...

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AnswerHere is the low-down on oxygen sensors, and their location designations explained: Oxygen sensors are screwed into the...

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AnswerOn the exhaust manifold near the headpipe connection or on the headpipe near the exhaust manifold.  AnswerThere are 4...

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The "check engine light" is a warning light that is illuminated when there is a problem with the EMISSION SYSTEM only. Emission...

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Hey Shelly==It could be many things depending on the make, madel and engine you have.Goodlluck Joe Answer Always check for vacuum...

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AnswerHere is the low-down on oxygen sensors, and their location designations explained: Oxygen sensors are screwed into the...

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There are several and they are all mounted on the exhaust system.

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I have a 1991 that did the same thing I replaced the computer control module inside the distributor under the roter for around...

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just a quick note: bank 2 is LEFT side (drivers) on a rear wheel drive vehicle ,on front wheel drive vehicles it would be the...

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it anylises oxygen durbrain

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AnswerBuy the new sensor and it comes with instructions. The tricky part is finding it. On a forester its located on the up pipe...

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Aaaah yes ... the bad fuel problem :-) Yes, it can cause damage to the engine. Yes, it can damage a sensor....

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Because too old or get damaged

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I cleaned one once,fully expecting to have to buy a new one, witha very fine wire brush and or steel wool and a little wax and...

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For the 2.5l v6: There are 3 things that get in the way of the plugs - The plastic cover piece on the front - three 7 or 8mm...

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The computer uses the oxygen sensor reading from the exhaust to adjust the amount of fuel injected into the engine.

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look on the exhaust pipe just before the convertor or after the convertor on a 3.8 there are 4 of them,2 before each...

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If the car is an 87 Pulsar, the reset switch is under the kick panel (Plastic between the bottem of the dash board & the...

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i forgot

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It takes a special socket that sometimes you can rent from the parts stores. Or you can buy them for about $10. AnswerBuy a...

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I have a 2000 Nissan Maxima and the trouble code said that it was the same sensor you are asking about. I posted the wrong...

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Common results point to "You can not clean an O2 sensor, it must be replaced"

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There are typically two oxygen sensors, but as many as four on a standard vehicle. Depending on model as some have one sensor,...

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The o2 sensor is apparantly picking up a "lean" signal because you have too much air and not enough fuel going through your...

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Misfiring means it is not firing on all cylinders. Bad plugs, plug wires, burnt valve, blown head gasket, defective injector are...

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AnswerThere are 3.Bank 1 sensor 1 is between the radiator and engine when you open the hood. It looks like a spark plug screwed...

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catalytic converter efficiency below threshold. http://www.v8sho.com/SHO/TSB0197HO2SServiceTips.htm see web site for sensors...

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I have a magna Executive with a o2 sensor. I have been having problems with ever since I had to replace the main computer under...

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It is located behind the harmonic balancer on the front of the engine. You'll need a special puller to remove the balancer.

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This takes a little effort but it can be done with a volt meter. Typically they measure this with the repair computers in the...

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Well, the first thing you need to do is find out if it is the upstream or downstream sensor. Depending which one it is will...

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Buy a Haynes or Chiltons Manual. They have wiring diagrams in the back with wire colors listed.

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My brother (mechanic) said that my 1997 F-150 Triton V-8 4x4 has two oxygen sensors. Hi just saw your Question and the answer...

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look at how to set timing mark for 99 daewoo,explained it there

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Answerine was $89.99 at schuck's auto parts.. call aroundparts at napa cost 4 sensors 2 @65 2 @53

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There are three O2 Sensors on my 1999 Cougar. Two are located just before the Y-Pipe and are both wired to the drivers side of...

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There are 4 on my 96 MGM one on each side before(upstream) the catalytic converter and two after(downstream) within 2ft of each...

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Wait until the car is cooled down. To change an o2 sensor you must have an 7/8 inch wrench or have an o2 sensor wrench. After...

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This will tell you where it is on your...

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oxygen tanks are usually green in the united states, however, no standard is adhered to uniformly.

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actuall, it may depend on the engine you have. on the 3.3 there are 4! one on each side, fairly easy to get to, in the collecter...

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Actually, I think there is only one. I would stay away from BOSCH O2 Sensors. They always seem to trip an Check Engine Light. I...

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Have you replaced any tail light or turn signal bulbs lately? It is a common mistake to replace a combinaton turn signal/tail...

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This message applies to a 1999 4wd with an 8-cylinder engine. I don't know how similar or dissimilar other Suburbans are. The...

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It mounts in the rear manifold at back of motor just after the 3 cylinders piping converges into the single outlet - there will...

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Mine is located on the back side (towards firewall) on the exhaust manifold. In a very hard to reach spot. I can only get to mine...

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autozone.com has online manuals that have component locations etc

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90% of the time it means it's time to change your car's oil, or perform other manufacturer suggested service.10% of the time it...

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They just screw into the exhaust pipe. There are clips that keep the electrical connectors in place, you will have to pry those...

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Initially since the fuel pump is located in the gas tank ,it is not a task for the average home mechanic. It is electric puts out...

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AnswerThe upstream o/2 sensor is located in the exhaust system between the exhaust manifold and the catalytic converter. Some...

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All O2 sensors are threaded into the exhaust system at various points.However, most O2 sensors are threaded into the exhaust...

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There are 2 oxygen sensors one upstream and one down stream. Both oxygen sensors are located underneath the van. The down stream...

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Answerthe stage 1 sensor, actually called the pre-converter sensor, is located in the exhaust system before the catalytic...

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On 1990, 302 V8 model, the sensors are located just aft of the exhaust headers and on a line where the gearbox joins to the rear...

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the dealer parts department will copy the schematics if you give them yhe year and vin #...worked on my c-cab '88! dg

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Which oxygen sensor? There are two of them. They each have 4 wires and each wire has two colors. There were two models of...

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Presume you are talking about the main Oxy sensor mounted on the front of the front catalytic converter, between where the 2...

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I also would get the O2 sensor socket. It will make it much easier to get them off. It's worth the $10 or so. I change both of...

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Need to find out what is causing it to stay on and fix it. Once fixed, disconnect the battery cables and let it sit for 30...

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THERE ARE 4 O2 SENSORS. BOTH FRONT O2 SENSORS ARE LOCATED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLDS AND THE REARS AFTER THE MANIFOLD/CAT. BANK 1...

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Located under the passenger side of the car in the exhaust pipe before the catalitic convertor. The wires go through the...

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BANK 2 IS THE SENSOR LOCATED UNDER THE PASSENGER SIDE UNDER THE CHASSIS AFTER THE CATYLIC CONVERTER IT SREWED TO THE EXAUST PIPE...

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AnswerI just replaced mine(99 forester also). You can borrow the tool from AutoZone for $16 deposit. Drive car up on ramps or put...

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if it is a V8 bank 2 is on the right (passenger side). sensor 1 is before the catalytic converter (sensor 2 is after)

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Somewher on the exhaust system. Start at the engine and work backward. It's on your exhaust manifold fairly close to the...

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Find the manufacturers information from the different vendors through NAPA or O'Reilly's. Then you can typically find the...

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Most of the time it is just: remove the connection to the O2 sensor, screw out the old O2 sensor, screw in the NEW O2 sensor,...

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It's the turn signal, windshield washer stalk in the steering columm, all one piece and the whole thing is called the...

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A check engine light (Mil Malfunction indicator light) does not necessarily mean that something in the engine will break or is...

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First locate the sensor(s) - there may be multiple O2 sensors on a vehicle. O2 sensors are normally mounted on the exhaust...

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When you start the car, the hot exhaust condenses on the interior of the cold exhaust system. This is normal for a few minutes...

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it might be on the y pipe right before it splits, use ramps or jack to see it from the bottom.

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Check this site out! They have a book that tells your how to buy Scrap Catalytic Converter! The book even has a list of buyer in...

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Bank 2 is the drivers side of the engine on your Ford ExplorerSensor 1 is in the exhaust before the catalytic converter (...

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT DROP THE OXYGEN SENSOR. EXTREMELY FRAGILE!!!! First figure out which one to replace. Buy a sensor for your...

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Bear in mind too, that if you use the battery disconnecting method, you might lock up your radio. If you don't have it's security...

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Hole in the muffler.

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If it's the gas tank hatch. it could just be the small metal that pushes the cover out once the lock has been released. you can...

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A sensor is a technological device or biological organ that detects, or senses, a signal or physical condition and chemical...

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open the hood look underneath of the air intake and you'll see the exhaust manifold and another you can see if you look behind...

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the oxegen sensor on most cars is usually located either in one of the exhaust manifolds or someware in the exhaust system

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most of the time you will smell a rotten egg smell if its bad, or if you hear a rattling noise coming from your exhaust

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Follow the wir from the sensor to the connector

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You can take it to Auto Zone and they can check it for you and tell you what the codes mean.

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I changed my downstream sensor by driving the car, 2000 Alero, onto ramps then I set the emergency break. I disconnected the...

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this truck has 2 -o2 sensors.cheapest thing to do is to drive it to auto zone and let them scan codes for free before costly...

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AnswerThe check engine ligt is a tool that says you have a computer problem. You to put on a scan tool to see what codes are in...

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the black wires are for the heater circuit, the blue and white are the sensor wires. the universal sensor probably wont work...

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It depends on the engine/manufacturer. For example, Chev 350: #1 is left bank front, #2 is right bank front. Answer The above...

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either in exhaust manifold or in exhaust between manifold and muffler

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the O2 sensors are located under the car on the exhaust system. It looks like a large bolt with a wire coming out of the top. ...

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It is the top one

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I know there are 3 oxygen sensors. We bought a Haynes repair manual at Auto Zone and it's very helpful. A 1996 Safari with a...

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yes, it's threaded into the front of the front catalytic converter. that's bank 1 sensor 1. (bank 1 sensor 2 is threaded into the...

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u need to know what codes its reading go to auto zone and have it read for free

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where is the knock sensor located in 1999 mercury villager wagon The Knock Sensor is located on the block held in place by a...

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Looking in under the hood, The first sensor is on the left side (pasanger side) under the spark plugs near the rear of the engine...

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On Asian cars, bank one is the passenger side and bank two is the driver side. (Japanese drive on the right side of the road.) ...

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