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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLINCOLN1996CONTINENTAL V8-4.6L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSOXYGEN SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC
Oxygen Sensor: Service and Repair
1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHCSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected or reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relearns its strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.
2. Raise vehicle on hoist.
3. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring.
4. Remove heated oxygen sensors from dual converter "Y" pipe and/or exhaust connector using Oxygen Sensor Wrench T94P-9472-A.
NOTE: If excessive force is needed to remove heated oxygen sensor, lubricate heated oxygen sensor with penetrating oil prior to removal.
5. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten heated oxygen sensors to 36-46 Nm (26-34 lb ft).
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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.