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Old Mar 2, 2018 | 05:04 AM
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Question New to forum . needing suggestions on removing rounded off O2sensor

Any ideas greatly appreciated.
Ive tried PB & the special O2 socket Ive tried heating up with torch and it still wont budge
 

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Old Mar 2, 2018 | 06:03 AM
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If you're replacing the O2 sensor, I would cut the wires, and put a 6-point socket on it with the longest breaker bar/pipe combo you can get for torque. That's what I had to do to replace one on my 88 Ranger years ago. An impact wrench may help if you have space/extensions to use one.
 
Old Mar 2, 2018 | 06:34 AM
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I did use breaker bar with no results.
I was told by mechanic "dont use impact ever on O2 sensors" well guess nows the time to see if it'll work
Thanx
 
Old Mar 2, 2018 | 08:02 AM
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When working with severely rusted parts as this possibly is, You will need to get that part red hot and if the hex is rounded on the sensor use a pipe wrench or a good pair of vise grips and good gloves. It will squeak a lot , but once loosened you won the battle.
 
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