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Heated Oxygen Sensor: Service Precautions

Contamination of the heated oxygen sensor can result from the use of an inappropriate RTV sealant (not oxygen sensor safe), coolant consumption, or
oil consumption. To check for contamination, remove the HO2S and visually inspect the portion of the sensor exposed to the exhaust stream. If
contaminated, the portion of the sensor exposed to the exhaust stream will have a white powdery coating. Silicon contamination causes a high but false
HO2S signal voltage (rich exhaust indication). The PCM will then reduce the amount of fuel delivered to the engine, causing a severe driveability
problem.

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