oxy sensor

[frosho]

Rear brake problems are quite common. If they haven't been touched in a while, the rubber hoses can slowly collapse internally and block flow back from the caliper. The parking/e-brake cables can deteriorate and get stuck inside the sleeves they run in too, which keeps some pressure on the calipers.

Also, now that I think about it, I think the reason I had such a hard time with my rear o2 is 'cause it's a northern car and everything is corroded or seized. I kept on rounding the hex with the special socket because the slit down the side allowed it to flex some. A hose clamp fixed the problem though.

 

[txwindmiller]

Thanks for the help on the brake dept.....I crawled underneath the car last night and could see one oxy sensor with a flashlight. I have ramps that I need to put it up on this weekend. The one sensor looked easy enough to get to...didnt see the other one...is it close to the first one? Thanks

 

[platoribs]

FWIW, I've had issues with Bosch O2's so I now spend the little extra and get either Denso or Motorcraft.

I use a BIG crescent wrench and a hammer. Seems to come off easy enough!

Be sure to "never-sieze" it upon install of new part.

 

[frosho]

There's one on each side of the engine. The rear one is on the y-pipe directly between the firewall and engine.

 

[txwindmiller]

Thanks for the locations, ordered Motorcraft ones today at lunch. Will be here tomorrow....

 

[techi14]

the o2's in my car were seized. Don't know if they applied locktite or something stupid like that but luckily I also decided to install a magnaflow y pipe so new o2's going in there now. But easy.....I don't know... good luck with the install.

 

[txwindmiller]

Thanks!!!

 

[txwindmiller]

Thanks for all the info everyone. I installed the new sensors, and put new plugs in it. It runs great and no ck engine light! Yippee!! Just wanted to say thanks...and yes it was very easy....30min for all of it...Yes!

Now on to the rear bumper cover.....

 

[txwindmiller]

Thanks for all the help. I now have a problem with shifting into third, I get a small hesitation. Almost like a miss...bad gas? Just in third under a steady gas pedal.....

 

[txwindmiller]

I went and drove it again...it almost stumbles....not missing...just stumbles under a medium load....then shift to fourth and goes away...off gas and under power, runs strong...any ideas????

 

[RAYJAY]

Can I use aftermarket( Bosch) or Motorcraft? It's about 20 dollars difference a piece/..

I run the Bosch on mine and never had a problem


you may need the special socket to do them you can get loaners tools at auto zone or advanced auto

Jeff