Ford F-150 02 Sensor Diagnostics & Replacement (Complete Guide)

In this video I go over the steps and procedures necessary to properly diagnose and replace an O2 sensor in a 2011 and newer Ford vehicle. this includes the 2.7, 3.5, 5.0 and 6.2l motors In this video we’re working on a 2015 Ford F150 with the 3.5 L eco-boost engine. We have two codes P0059 and P0151. Which indicate a faulty O2 sensor on the driver side. If you have P0131 that indicates a faulty exhaust O2 sensor on the passenger side. The diagnostic procedures I shown this video can properly diagnose both fault codes. It’s important to note that a lien condition can also cause these codes to appear so make sure to look at your Fuel trims before replacing O2 sensors. Below is a list of tools and parts I use during this video. If you have any questions or comments feel free to leave something in the comment section. Thank you for watching
2011+ f150 5.0l, 3.5L. 6.2L ( passanger side)
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2011+ f-150 5.0l, 3.5l 6.2l (drivers side)
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2015+ f-150 2.7l (passanger side)
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2015+ f-150 2.7L (drivers side)
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[@frizbeerulez]

Wow, this is one of the best repair videos I’ve watched. Not only does it show you how to replace a simple part, it lets you know which one to order and how to make sure that’s the problem. Fantastic, a role-model video. Thanks

[@gregjacyszyn8992]

An excellent video with full detail and clarification! Thanks so much for posting this one, and thanks for the links as well!

[@pmcleod6844]

dealership quoted me $503 for sensor, $129 to scan, $80 labor.. I just purchased a Bosch at Parts store for $150...going to change today..thx for video..

[@coverstream9951]

hot damn,i thought 259 total was bad.

[@vitopannucci2001]

Got quoted over $1k for all 4 when they did the transmission output sensor reflash. More insulting than telling me to just fuck off honestly.

[@blainemcdonald6972]

Canadian sensor price $260, labor to install 1 hour@ $205, B1- S1

[@joesotham]

Thank you for also showing where the connectors are located. Sheesh, I watched 15 videos before yours trying to get that info ... From the top! Excellent.

[@kevinoconnell8085]

Agree with many of the comments. Very Detailed and fully explained. Would take my vehicle to you in a heart beat so I don't have to do these same repairs or chase parts that might not be the root of the issues.

[@mr.electric8559]

Very clear and practical video. I just got this diagnosis on my F150, so I will be making this repair soon.

[@masterofnone7846]

Never had an O2 sensor come right off!!Never that easy!😆

[@nastysoda9212]

see how his thumb is busted and fingers all cut up? He spent an hour trying to get it off before recording, then tightened it a little before hitting record

[@masterofnone7846]

Definitely

[@jamesdonahue7701]

Great video! Really appreciate the detail and completeness.

[@LifeofLincolnPR]

Awesome only showing the easy side! The other side is the hard one in a tight spot!

[@kevinbradley3628]

I Loved t , it helped me tremendously. keep up the good work, love you man. You've inspired me to do it myself, Thanks.

[@bang8782]

Nice I’m doing both upstream o2 sensors this weekend. $150 for both. Not sure if I need to replace both but just going to go ahead and do it. Thanks for the video

[@mikeramsey9747]

Awesome video, but I absolutely could not get my old O2 sensor out (yes, I tried using 22m special tools). I even squirted break free liquid on it. So instead of potentially stripping the sensor I'm stuck taking my truck into the shop. You definitely made removing and replacing the sensor look easy I just wish it would had been that easy for me.

[@jjjjjjjjjjjj260]

😂 come on now. His repair was staged. Every 02 sensor I've ever remove never came that easy.😂

[@blainemcdonald6972]

Mine is 8 years old with 170,000 km, not sure I want to attempt this my self, B1S1

[@negrito1127]

Thanks. Nice video

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Thank you!

[@devinthomas4866]

Master class video. Thanks very helpful

[@ericm5672]

Thank You! At 10 minutes you quickly stated that Bank 1 is the passenger side. The auto store I purchased the O2 sensor at said drivers side is bank one and after I replaced the Drive's side O2 the Check engine light didn't go off so I've been preparing to take it to the dealer.

[@abrahamvazquez7867]

Just had same problem but the opposite side 🤦‍♂️

[@alfonso1514]

Auto parts employee are not always mechanically inclined so there for you have to do your homework online if you yourself don't know because honestly they aren't allowed to tell you something they may not know and or if they are just going of the computer Wich may be correct but even then consider it a waste of time.just thought I'd add a comment.

[@bp7315]

According to a local Ford dealer parts counter guy, Bank 1 is the passenger side of F150’s.

[@blainemcdonald6972]

@@alfonso1514NAPA gave my brother the wrong one, when the mechanic went to install it, that’s when it was discovered. NAPA refused to accept the return of the wrong sensor cause the package was opened, just call the dealer their parts people have more training.

[@rentcda]

Excellent video!

[@blainemcdonald6972]

The right side connector is really tricky to separate and I still have not got them apart, 2015 3.5T, B1S1

[@PhillyDee215]

I like that scanner🔥and I just did an O2 today in the shop too😁

[@migueldelafuente5775]

How can u tell which one was bad?

[@PhillyDee215]

@@migueldelafuente5775 use a scanner, data will show what the O2s are doing👍

[@envisionautomotive502]

Great video man

[@shaukeki]

I still haven't done mine. About to go out and do it now. I do have to ask...why was your engine light flashing at the end of the video???

[@Ricky_Rocha]

I know this video is old. I also know that it has a total of 4 sensors. 2 on each side of the exhaust. Are they all specific for example if I’m replacing all 4, are there 4 different ones or just 2 for each side? Like same part number for front driver and rear driver will be the same?

[@michaeltanael2410]

My 15 f150 is throwing a P0420 code… trying to try everything before replacing the cats. Any ideas? The forums say plugs, 02 sensors, MAF sensors etc. don’t even know where to start

[@nowitnessnews1887]

Great content !

[@covidfake1573]

The question is how is it running do you notice any difference is it wanting to stall spudder have no power when holding the accelerator these are the issues I'm having and everytime I replace the component a new code pops up I can't get the O2 sensor off is it worth my trouble or just sound like something else

[@Cripstobal]

Great video very informative, however my truck is running lean I know that wasn’t the case here but since it is what should I do to figure out what’s going on? Or would changing the o2 solve that as well. I got code p1150

[@thatdamguy00]

Whats your opinion on using a small amount of anti-seize on those threads? Not being critical just curios, great video BTW.

[@illduitmyself]

Dumb not too. Rusted together..good luck

[@josmarthetreeguy4966]

Nice video I have a question I have a 2015 f150 ecoboost 3.5 turbo is telling me sensor one bank one is the one on top near the engine or the one down to the muffler or what are the numbers cause I just got one and doesn’t look like the same

[@RyanWright-uz7ww]

👏 👏 👏 👏 well done

[@guddergo7116]

My 2003 f150 revs up and down at the light and bogs when trying to accelerate or take off from light a little to quick . Stutters on highway sometimes

[@papiiweighlyn6399]

Same problem here brother

[@bdubro8422]

Great video. As I understand it, o2s get changed during a general tune-up. Wouldn't it be better to change all regardless of status, so the other bank doesn't pop a code in another 30k miles?

[@dealerauctionnightmare4689]

I've never replaced an o2 during a general tune-up, it's not necessary. I replace them when they go bad.

[@StarD435]

Does the dealer or repair shops do this type of diagnostic work? It seems very necessary..

[@blainemcdonald6972]

Usually a diagnostic fee at shop rate, 1hour

[@shaukeki]

About to go do this on my 2013 FX4 EB. The internet says it's a bear. I'm hoping it's not much different from what this video shows. I know they changed the heads, but no idea if the exhaust is that much different. The part numbers are the same, so here's hoping

[@niceguy4928]

Good stuff thanks

[@collinkee]

Would leaking coolant out of a turbo possibly make the 02 sensor faulty? Getting codes p0120 p0123 p0430. Told to replace both turbos and cat 5.7k………

[@fasttl]

The cheaper Scanner option that you link to no longer shows to be available on Amazon. Can you tell us another choice or another place to purchase it?

[@atl96bacon]

man i had the same poo59 on bank 2 sensor 1 code on my 04 f150 i went as far as to replace the entire wiring harness after the sensor was replaced and that wasnt what was wrong with it. after replacing the wiring harness, my bank 2 sensor 1 started to switch like its supposed to. now its doing the exact same thing like it did before. its staying stuck at .5 volts and doesnt change. im getting really bad backfire. im at a loss of whats happening. im thinking its the pcm at this point.

[@johnlundquist4846]

wow this is so much good info here, thanks for this video! your the man!!

[@mattphilbrick8431]

I'm getting code P2272, (2010 5.4L), is that the sensor on the catalytic itself?

[@lougerardi]

I have 6 trouble codes for heated oxygen sensor and the occasion censors are good what controls the heated part 1999 F 150 4.6

[@MinisterRedPill]

My truck stopped on the highway and wouldn't power back on. No engine light or anything but I hooked my obd up anyway and got an o2 sensor error. Thank God, I hope this is the problem. My engine is too young to be giving ne issues!

[@flowersfam3462]

Was it the o2 sensor?

[@MinisterRedPill]

@@flowersfam3462 it was actually the mass air flow sensor but I had replaced the o2 sensor before I replaced the mass air flow. Everything is fine but the o2 gives me issues now and I have bad gas mileage. Assuming it's because of the new sensor I put in there. It was a pain in the ass to replace and not sure I was able to really tighten it enough.

[@flowersfam3462]

@@MinisterRedPill I did a scan and it gave an o2 sensor code on my 2000 ford expedition 4.6L V8 Triton XLT. I wish it was only my mass air flow sensor. As a female that's new at doing my own vehicle repairs, I'm really nervous about doing these now because of how they can be a pain to get to. But I'll have to do them tomorrow. Wish me luck!💅🏼😊

[@MinisterRedPill]

@@flowersfam3462 well, what symptoms are you having? Even though it's showing the code for o2, it might not actually be that. Some parts are dependent on other parts to function properly. For me, my actual issue was mass air flow but I wouldn't have known that by my odb reader alone.

[@flowersfam3462]

@@MinisterRedPill I got a scan at Autozone and the codes: P1131--Lack of H02S11 Switches Sensor indicates lean P1151--Lack of H02S21 Switches Sensor indicates lean P0171--(system too lean Bank 1) P0174-- (system too lean Bank 2)

[@keithk408]

Question. I have a 16’ F150 3.5L ecoboost. Giving a P2197 stuck lean Bank 2, sensor1. Is mine still going to be that same bank sensor you replaced even though your code was different?

[@JB-os3uz]

9:14 save time

[@cheizaguirre5494]

What is current and pending codes? Please Explain please

[@SaukValley-Sam]

If you change the o2 sensor will the check engine light go off if that fixes the problem or do you need a scanner to reset the engine light? I got dealer to run codes of P0151 and P219B which relates to Bank 2 upper. Dealer can not fit me in for more diagnosis and repair until Mid December. I bought the Motorcraft DY-118 1X 8F9Z-9F472-H sensor and will try replacing it my self. Question is, when replaced will truck computer see difference and shut off engine notice light or do I need a scanner to shut off? Thanks.

[@terryrowe5982]

A scanner is preferable. But many codes will clear once the condition goes away. I have a cheap scanner that I use to clear codes.

[@cheizaguirre5494]

I have a p2098 is that bank 2 sensor 2 ?

[@camerontrowsdale8672]

I have a P0131 and P2195 code together. The 2195 code seems to be a generic O2 sensor problem whereas 131 is specifically bank 1 sensor 1. My scanner wont show me the desired fuel pressure to compare to the actual fuel pressure. The engine light comes on and off inconsistently. Any suggestions? Should i be good to go ahead and try replacing the sensor?

[@galejenkins102]

Can you swap sensors around to see if you get codes on the other locations as a way to test the sensors?

[@vitopannucci2001]

I'm looking to do this right now, and from what I've been seeing the upstream sensors have different part numbers for each side, but the downstream ones are interchangeable, so it's likely the upstreams aren't the same but who knows nowadays

[@galejenkins102]

@@vitopannucci2001 yeah mine was upstream bank 1 and it is quite a bit different then the other side and it's on a 2012 f150 so I'd say majority won't be the same

[@davidhall3747]

It's easier to Back probe the O2 sensor (Sensor) wire and use the Battery Positive and Negative Terminal(s) to see if the PCM detects a Rich or Lean condition.

[@caesar5593]

What about P2196. It’s the exact error code as bank 1 sensor 1 error code.

[@Tinop0106]

Does it matter if you put the upstream sensor for the left side on the right side upstream ?

[@illduitmyself]

No. Same sensor

[@RickSmiley]

That was the easiest O2 sensor in history to remove.

[@dustinbodkin4355]

Dude where is the connector for the passenger side upstream o2 sensor. And how do i get to it.

[@Moonlitmaker]

Did you find out? Mine is broken

[@dustinbodkin4355]

@@Moonlitmaker it is behind the fire shield. Have to jack up the truck to get to it. Hardest of the 4 o2 sensors to replace. Other three are pretty simple.

[@Moonlitmaker]

@@dustinbodkin4355 my wires were broken from the engine side of connector. They run into wire loom behind intake manifold. They were sheared off right at the loom. Was rough finding and fixing them for sure. Just got new wires run. Thanks for the tip though

[@jeyd87]

😂😂 go pack go !!!

[@marauder0284]

I have a 2016 F-150 3.5ecoboost I changed the o2 sensor in bank 1 sensor 1 didn't fix the problem the codes are p0131 and p0053 any idea on what it could be?

[@lazaryanya9407]

Do you have an open wire someplace?

[@illduitmyself]

I heard on the new fords bank 1 is psngr side...jus did mine n its still on :/ maybe autozone guy is a dingdong

[@TheSolidus909]

I fix the problem?

[@marauder0284]

Yes the autozone guy was a dingdong. After i changed the one on the passenger side the light went away.

[@dominikz.1376]

Modo Craft

[@MeBreezy]

You showed the easier of the 2 😢

[@eric1316]

Fuck me.. I need to see the passenger side.

[@nastysoda9212]

you must be laying on top of the engine on your stomach to get to the plug like that, lol. This job gonna suk