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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001METRO L4-079 1.3L VIN 2 MFIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSOXYGEN SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRSENSOR 1 W/PUP CATALYTIC CONV
2001 Chevrolet Metro L4-079 1.3L VIN 2 MFI
Sensor 1 W/PUP Catalytic Conv
2001 Chevrolet Metro L4-079 1.3L VIN 2 MFISECTION Sensor 1 W/PUP Catalytic Conv
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Heated Oxygen and Oxygen Sensor Notice in Service Precautions.
IMPORTANT: The HO2S may be difficult to remove at temperatures above 48°C (120°F). Allow the engine to cool before attempting to remove the HO2S. Be careful when removing the sensor in order to prevent damage to the exhaust manifold threads.
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1.
3. Remove the HO2S 1 from the exhaust manifold.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: The HO2S 1 comes with an anti-seize coating on the new sensor. Avoid removing any of the anti-seize coating prior to installation. If the sensor is being reinstalled, apply an anti-seize compound to the threads.
1. Install the HO2S 1 to the exhaust manifold.
NOTE: Refer to Component Tightening Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Tighten the HO2S 1.
Tighten
Tighten the sensor to 40-50 N.m (29-36 lb ft).
3. Connect the HO2S 1 electrical connector.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.