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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1987FIREBIRD V8-350 5.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSOXYGEN SENSORDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1987 Pontiac Firebird V8-350 5.7L
Oxygen Sensor: Description and Operation
1987 Pontiac Firebird V8-350 5.7LSECTION Description and Operation
The exhaust oxygen sensor is located in the exhaust system and monitors oxygen content in the exhaust gas stream. Varying concentration of oxygen in the exhaust gas causes the O2 sensor to produce a varying voltage output. By monitoring the O2 sensor output voltage, the ECM can determine the amount of oxygen in the exhaust gas and adjust the air/fuel mixture accordingly.
Rich air/fuel ratio = low oxygen content and high signal output (0.45-1.0 volt)
Lean air/fuel ratio = high oxygen content and low signal output (below 0.45 volt).
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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.