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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1982SCIROCCO L4-1715CC 1.7L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSOXYGEN SENSORDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1982 Volkswagen Scirocco L4-1715cc 1.7L SOHC
Oxygen Sensor: Description and Operation
1982 Volkswagen Scirocco L4-1715cc 1.7L SOHCSECTION Description and Operation
Fig. 10 Oxygen (Lambda) Sensor:
The oxygen sensor, Fig. 10, is constructed of Zirconium dioxide, and the inner and outer surfaces are coated with platinum. The outer platinum surface is exposed to the exhaust gas while the inner surface is exposed to the outside air.
The oxygen sensor sends a variable voltage (0 - 1.0 vdc) to the electronic control unit depending on the difference between the amount of oxygen contacting the inner and outer surfaces of the sensor. The electronic control unit can then control the amount of fuel supplied to the engine in relation to oxygen content.
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.