Removal Procedure
- Turn the ignition OFF.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector (bank 1 shown, bank 2 similar).
- Remove the HO2S wiring harness from the transmission case.
Caution: Refer to Oxygen Sensor Caution in the Preface section.
Note: Removal of the oxygen sensor is easier when the engine temperature is above 48°C (120°F).
- Remove the HO2S.
Installation Procedure
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Note: New oxygen sensors should have a special anti-seize compound already applied to the sensor threads. If you are installing the original sensor, apply anti-seize compound GM P/N 5613695 or equivalent to the sensor threads.
- Install the HO2S and tighten to
43 N·m (32 lb ft).
- Connect the HO2S electrical connector (bank 1 shown, bank 2 similar).
- Install the HO2S wiring harness to the transmission case.
- Lower the vehicle.