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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 39119 02 sensor wrench

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 960298  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the front 02 sensor from the connector at the side of the engine.
  2. remove front 02 sensor using J 39119 .

  3. Object Number: 896501  Size: SH
  4. Remove the coolant extension pipe and engine lift bracket bolt.
  5. Remove the oil level indicator and tube.

  6. Object Number: 896469  Size: SH
  7. Remove the upper exhaust manifold nuts to cylinder head.
  8. Raise the vehicle.
  9. Remove the front down pipe assembly. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement .
  10. Remove the right hand splash shield.

  11. Object Number: 898882  Size: SH

    Important: Complete accessory drive belt (right hand mount) removal is not required. Only removal of the belt from the pulleys is required.

  12. Loosen the accessory drive belt from the pulleys.

  13. Object Number: 960236  Size: SH
  14. Disconnect the electrical connector at the A/C compressor and pressure transducer.

  15. Object Number: 932593  Size: SH

    Important: The A/C system will not need to be evacuated. The A/C compressor and lines will remain connected throughout this procedure.

  16. Remove the A/C compressor to A/C bracket bolts.
  17. Remove the A/C compressor and support it with the straps. Position the compressor away from the exhaust manifold assembly.

  18. Object Number: 946718  Size: SH
  19. Remove the exhaust manifold nuts.
  20. Remove the exhaust manifold assembly.
  21. Remove the exhaust manifold gasket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 946718  Size: SH
  1. Install a new manifold gasket on the cylinder head.
  2. Install the exhaust manifold.
  3. Install the exhaust manifold nuts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts-L81 to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 927884  Size: SH
  5. Install the front down pipe assembly refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement .
  6. Install the A/C compressor to A/C bracket.
  7. Tighten-
    Tighten the A/C compressor-to-bracket bolt -L81 to 22 N·m(16 lb ft).

  8. Connect the electrical connector at the A/C compressor and pressure transducer.

  9. Object Number: 898882  Size: SH
  10. Install the accessory drive belt around the pulleys.
  11. Install the right hand splash shield.
  12. Lower the vehicle.

  13. Object Number: 946737  Size: SH
  14. Install the oil level indicator and tube.
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the coolant extension pipe/engine lift bracket bolt -L81 to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 960298  Size: SH

    Important: Whenever the oxygen sensor is removed, coat the threads with nickel-based anti-seize compound such as Permatex® 77124, SA P/N 21485279 (or equivalent). Never use silicon products, silicon products will cause damage to oxygen sensor.

  16. Install the 02 sensor into the exhaust manifold.
  17. Tighten
    Tighten the oxygen sensor-to-exhaust manifold pipe - L81 to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  18. Connect the 02 sensor electrical connector at the side of engine. Assure the connector is fully retained to the bracket