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Oxygen Sensor: Testing and Inspection

Checking Oxygen Sensor

Preliminary condition:

Engine oil temperature at least 60°C (140°F)

Work sequence

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Connect CO meter to test receptacle on exhaust pipe (left side)

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With ignition turned OFF, disconnect connection 1 between oxygen sensor and control unit

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Pull off vacuum hose 2 from pressure regulator and block hose

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Start engine
CO must increase to above 1.5%

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After about 2 minutes reconnect connection 1
CO must drop to 0.7 ±0.4%

If NO, following components may be defective:

Wire between oxygen sensor and control unit or control unit

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Check wiring by disconnecting connection 1 again and ground wire end coming from control unit
CO must increase

If OK, oxygen sensor must be defective or leak in exhaust system between catalytic converter and cylinder head

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