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O2 sensor removal.
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Tue Mar 03, 2009 11:39 pmby hatchin06
Ok guys my o2 sensor does not want to leave my headers. I do have the o2 sensor socket but it still wont come. what can I use to loosen it up?-thanks
Posted:
Tue Mar 03, 2009 11:43 pmby hondajunkee
is it a bad o2 sensor? like is it trash?
if so then heat can sometimes do the trick
PB Blaster always works great also
Posted:
Tue Mar 03, 2009 11:46 pmby hatchin06
no the sensor is not bad, I just wanted to remove my headers and clean them again. so i should use pb blaster?
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Tue Mar 03, 2009 11:50 pmby hondajunkee
not sure if lubes are safe for 02 sensors, someone else could clarify but i cant see it hurting it
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Fri Mar 06, 2009 1:22 amby ballistic
When I couldn't get mine out, I just used a torch and heated up the area a bit, came right out
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Fri Mar 06, 2009 4:39 pmby SOHCivegra
Instead of using a torch to heat it, start your car and let it run for a couple of minutes. Let the Header get nice and warm, then use your socket to take out the oxygen sensor.
And yes, PB or and sort of Penetration Liquid is very bad for this particular sensor. The only way to no kill it would be to try and make sure the liquid doesnt go part the threads, meaning get it on the threads but not the sensor portion.
When you put the sensor back in, put a LITTLE dab of anti-seize and it will solve this issue.
Dont use a torch, nine times out of ten you will kill the sensor.