I removed two O2 sensors out of my sister in law's car this weekend with just the PB Blaster and remover tool. No torch was used but thanks for taking the time to post.
This is super helpful, I pulled out my handy dandy fire torch out from my pockets. Just burn off all the metal around o2 sensor and it came right off, works like a charm.
I just got 4 off my 04 Silverado. They were on there super tight but I soaked them with liquid wrench for 1 to 2 days then used a special O2 sensor wrench I bought for 6 bucks and used a 12 inch pipe extension. I sprayed more LW and they finally came off.
Brian really enjoy the vids very very informative have utilized some of your suggestions. I had a question regarding this procedure. Do you think that it would be beneficial after heating the area where the O2 resides one was able to use a candle wax to that liqufiey and seep into the threads to facilitate.removal
This has been used particularly taking of lug nuts that were really tight so they would touch the heated nut with a candle causing the wax to wick in between the lug nut and metal and allow for easy loosening of the lug nut
Interesting how you had the torch set. Didnt sound right or look right. Also not sure why you got it red hot then waited until it cooled down. When its red the metal is expanded and the sensor will come out. If you are not reusing the sensor you can spray the sensor with a stream of cold water from a spray bottle. The sensor will shrink and it will come out even easier. Used that trick on bad.y rusted exhaust manifold studs fit years.
Now I have to call around for a shop that uses a torch when the o2 sensor remains frozen no matter what is tried. I had a shop change 2 knock sensors on my 1999Lexus RX300 in which they had to do that all over again because the after market parts were not eliminating the code for a knock sensor (no extra charge). I also had read the code for an oxygen sensor & that they had soaked with liquid wrench or whatever overnight...but still could not get it out from the manifold. I figure it must be less $$ to find a torch bearer than buy a new manifold and O2 sensor! Thanks for showing me how it is done! I have to wait until our house is built to have a garage to fool around with detailed mechanical work. But I do hope to save $$ from that torch bearing shop!
if the sensor is still on the the vehicle, instead of using a blow torch, which can be dangerous, drive the vehicle to heat the sensor. Mine was stuck badly until I tried this,: drove it around a bit, got it hot, applied Triflow, which smoked but did not catch fire, and I used a 7/8" box end to work it loose (had to cut the connector off the sensor to get wrench on, but the sensor was bad anyway. Worked great and no blow torch. Just use heavy gloves and be very careful around the super hot under carriage.
If the manifold was still in the vehicle (as the case is with my truck), could you just run the vehicle for a while and then turn off the vehicle, disconnect the battery again, and hit it with wd 40 while the manifold is still warm?
How to Automotive thank you for the quick reply, I subscribed already. What is the mantle? Sorry if it's a newbie question. The most I've ever done is super basic maintenance on my truck. Thankfully I just got one out and replaced but I have 3 more on there to replace. I can borrow my buddies torch hopefully if I can't get them out.
Cameron Campbell that was supposed to say manifold 😁 thank you for subscribing. You should only replace the oxygen sensors if they test bad. If you don't have codes for them I would leave them.
How to Automotive I get bad codes for them every year during the cold months, and I plan on replacing some other stuff too because of poor mileage and power performance on the truck. It's almost 20 years old so I figure I may as well. Going to do fuel filter, oil filter, air filter, and oil, and these sensors, and see if I get better mileage and more power from that
Meaning what? people like myself are here to get tips & tricks to do repairs like these in the driveway to save cash. Your video was good for those who have a shop to do it in.
RiverDawg 1 your post came off like you were attacking me. Like I did something wrong. And that is the reason why I make these videos to help people out.
RiverDawg 1 my videos are designed to help both DIY guy and the professional. It is tough making these videos and it is always a work in progress. I do thank you for watching.
I appreciate the help but obviously an oxy acetylene torch is going to do the trick I was looking for something where I don't have a oxy acetylene torch but I guess if you had the oxy acetylene torch you wouldn't be looking at this damn video so this was a waste of time but thanks anyhow
I removed two O2 sensors out of my sister in law's car this weekend with just the PB Blaster and remover tool. No torch was used but thanks for taking the time to post.
Ty Robinson did you let it sit overnight
With pB blaster
This is super helpful, I pulled out my handy dandy fire torch out from my pockets. Just burn off all the metal around o2 sensor and it came right off, works like a charm.
thanks brian...I like that end statement. The 2 metals cool at different rates- never knew that but makes sense
I just got 4 off my 04 Silverado. They were on there super tight but I soaked them with liquid wrench for 1 to 2 days then used a special O2 sensor wrench I bought for 6 bucks and used a 12 inch pipe extension. I sprayed more LW and they finally came off.
Gerry Garcia that awesome! Glad you did not have to break out the torch. Thank you for sharing!
How did you soak them?
That is cool... for those who have a blow torch.
Sometimes the torch is the only way. Thank you for watching. Hope everything works out for you.
Just buy a gas torch at a store...
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Brian really enjoy the vids very very informative have utilized some of your suggestions. I had a question regarding this procedure. Do you think that it would be beneficial after heating the area where the O2 resides one was able to use a candle wax to that liqufiey and seep into the threads to facilitate.removal
gsleve I have never heard of any techniques with candle wax. I'm not sure how that would work.
This has been used particularly taking of lug nuts that were really tight so they would touch the heated nut with a candle causing the wax to wick in between the lug nut and metal and allow for easy loosening of the lug nut
gsleve sounds cool I'll give it a try.
I'm going to give this a try!
Interesting how you had the torch set. Didnt sound right or look right. Also not sure why you got it red hot then waited until it cooled down. When its red the metal is expanded and the sensor will come out. If you are not reusing the sensor you can spray the sensor with a stream of cold water from a spray bottle. The sensor will shrink and it will come out even easier. Used that trick on bad.y rusted exhaust manifold studs fit years.
Good tip!
Yeah, sounded like a damaged/dirty tip or pressure too high for the tip size
I was wondering the same thing. Whenever i heat up something woth the torch i go at it when its red hot to get them out
Now I have to call around for a shop that uses a torch when the o2 sensor remains frozen no matter what is tried. I had a shop change 2 knock sensors on my 1999Lexus RX300 in which they had to do that all over again because the after market parts were not eliminating the code for a knock sensor (no extra charge). I also had read the code for an oxygen sensor & that they had soaked with liquid wrench or whatever overnight...but still could not get it out from the manifold. I figure it must be less $$ to find a torch bearer than buy a new manifold and O2 sensor! Thanks for showing me how it is done! I have to wait until our house is built to have a garage to fool around with detailed mechanical work. But I do hope to save $$ from that torch bearing shop!
if the sensor is still on the the vehicle, instead of using a blow torch, which can be dangerous, drive the vehicle to heat the sensor. Mine was stuck badly until I tried this,: drove it around a bit, got it hot, applied Triflow, which smoked but did not catch fire, and I used a 7/8" box end to work it loose (had to cut the connector off the sensor to get wrench on, but the sensor was bad anyway. Worked great and no blow torch. Just use heavy gloves and be very careful around the super hot under carriage.
How long should I drive for?
Thanks!
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For oxygen sensor at bank1 sensor 1!!!
Can I spray it with wd40 first? Will that damage the sensor?
Love how the O2 is stuck to the same manifold I'm having problems with.
If the manifold was still in the vehicle (as the case is with my truck), could you just run the vehicle for a while and then turn off the vehicle, disconnect the battery again, and hit it with wd 40 while the manifold is still warm?
I'm asking because I don't have a torch and im just trying to replace the O2 sensors. My catalytic converter is still good as far as I can tell.
Cameron Campbell if is not frozen in the mantle that may just work. If it's frozen you're going to need to put the torch to it.
How to Automotive thank you for the quick reply, I subscribed already. What is the mantle? Sorry if it's a newbie question. The most I've ever done is super basic maintenance on my truck. Thankfully I just got one out and replaced but I have 3 more on there to replace. I can borrow my buddies torch hopefully if I can't get them out.
Cameron Campbell that was supposed to say manifold 😁 thank you for subscribing. You should only replace the oxygen sensors if they test bad. If you don't have codes for them I would leave them.
How to Automotive I get bad codes for them every year during the cold months, and I plan on replacing some other stuff too because of poor mileage and power performance on the truck. It's almost 20 years old so I figure I may as well. Going to do fuel filter, oil filter, air filter, and oil, and these sensors, and see if I get better mileage and more power from that
Might wanna clean your torch tip.....
Was Michael J Fox running the camera?
You know that messed up. But not as bad as Family Guy.
My o2 is rusted to the damn pipe
Mine 2...i have 4 on my truck...2 are rusted to the pipe...
Wy don't you cut it, use a regular tool & put the New one easy?
Oscar Alarcon in the case of this one getting a tool on it was not the problem it was seized in the threads.
Why do people continue to post videos like these? No DIY guy is going to pull the manifolds/exhaust pipes off to change an O2 sensor.
RiverDawg 1 my Challenge to you is to make something better.
Meaning what? people like myself are here to get tips & tricks to do repairs like these in the driveway to save cash. Your video was good for those who have a shop to do it in.
RiverDawg 1 your post came off like you were attacking me. Like I did something wrong. And that is the reason why I make these videos to help people out.
RiverDawg 1 my videos are designed to help both DIY guy and the professional. It is tough making these videos and it is always a work in progress. I do thank you for watching.
Sorry I did not mean to come off that way. I'm sure you feel my pain lying on you back in the driveway doing repairs. All videos are appreciated.
Can not here you !
Get off my bed. Lol
I appreciate the help but obviously an oxy acetylene torch is going to do the trick I was looking for something where I don't have a oxy acetylene torch but I guess if you had the oxy acetylene torch you wouldn't be looking at this damn video so this was a waste of time but thanks anyhow