WHAT IS THE RIGHT PROCEDURE FOR OXYGEN SENSOR CLEANING?


The oxygen sensor plays a pivotal part in a car engine and as such is roughly just the size of a spark plug. However, if the oxygen sensor is left dirty it often triggers the “check engine” light to come on and might result in some ghastly accidents as well such as car burning due to extra gasoline discharge. Keeping these points in mind, we have covered a step-by-step procedure of oxygen sensor cleaning for our reader’s reference.



Step1- Locate the Oxygen Sensor

Before locating the oxygen sensor, as a pro tip, always put on some sturdy work gloves and protective eyewear to protect yourself from any potential harm. Now, place a jack under the part of the vehicle chassis and slowly lift the car.

Step2- Identify the Oxygen Sensor

To locate an oxygen sensor first check the vehicle’s owner’s manual to understand the exact location of the sensor. Generally, the oxygen sensor should be in front of the car’s catalytic converter.

Step3- Clean the Oxygen Sensor

After you have located the oxygen sensor carefully remove it and immerse the same in a bucket full of gasoline for close to 24 hours. However, remember to close the lid of the bucket properly after you soak the sensor. Subsequently, wipe the oxygen sensor dry and then use a wrench to install it back into the exhaust manifold.


To conclude the entire process, do not forget to use a car jack to slowly lower the vehicle. Cleaning an oxygen sensor in a car is of utmost importance specifically because it is the oxygen sensor that is responsible for testing the oxygen levels in a car’s exhaust stream.

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