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Old 04-06-08, 04:27 AM
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tricks for the O2 sensor!!! help

So I can't get the O2 sensor outta my vert! I've been working on it but its like welded on there. I've been using WD40 but it doesn't do much.
Any tricks, ideas, or helpful thoughts?
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You have to be very carful, but I took mine out while the exhaust was still hot from driving. The heat expands the o2 bung and makes it easier to remove.
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Nut Buster, time, and a generous amount of elbow grease. Any heavy duty penetrant will work. Spray heavily, wait a few hours, then attack with gusto.
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this is gonna sound weird but get a pry bar and a hammer and smack the o2 right where it goes into the bung a few times in a few places. that and a lil pb blaster and it will pop right out.
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Like previously said: Warm it up, spray on some penetrating spray, tap it with a hammer, then try and TIGHTEN it up a bit first. It will break the rust loose, and come right out. Good Luck!
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thank you everybody! i will try these ideas!

my car idles at 2500 rpms...i donthave to give it gas to get it rolling when i drop the clutch in 1st...
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Check the throttle linkage- could be stuck too.
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after hours of struggling and hurt arms, i have gotten it off and replaced! i hate that danm sensor! lol
thank you to everyone who gave advice!
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