How to clean Oxygen O2 A/F Sensor

[@mariotoledo6658]

Very helping video my a/f sensor is working now, all of the sudden started going lean in high revs, i cleaned and is back to life .. thank you sir!! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

Thank you I wondered about that also.

[@peperodriguez9961]

First of all this mechanic is a true man,helpful and he doesn't lie, besides he's a well spoken and knows again rear mechanic and yes I thank you for your videos.

[@MIKA-oq2bm]

Thank you for all your videos. You are always very thorough with information and I like that you don’t go to fast so it’s easy to follow along. ❤

[@JM-cg3ps]

$70 sensor vs. $15 spray can?!?!? I know what I would do! Keep the great videos coming!

[@sergiodc2948]

These cleaners cost somewhere around 6/7 dollars now... (may 2021)

[@deadlynx5]

$10 where im at and im planning to try this lol

[@thewishmastur]

@@deadlynx5 …$276 CAD from Toyota Canada dealer for a sensor here in Alberta

[@nickiblank5882]

$5 Walmart Super Tech brand (April 2022)

[@glenncordova4027]

I got a quote of $180.00 from both AutoZone and Toyota.

[@greensmoke679]

Thanks I cleaned both my sensors up and downstream using this method now no check engine light Thanks Work Great

[@YOumeanMe]

listening to him again as he helped me with my fuel injectors !!

[@elyeschabchoub1564]

Hello, are these diesel or gazoline injectors? How did you clean them ? (If you have the link to the corresponding video?) Thank you

[@MuminovicGoran]

3:00 This has got to be the most exciting 02 sensor cleaning video on KZbin

[@aldomassa7473]

Always learning Peter, excellent and thanks for everything.

[@maik_m]

Thank you man. In my country i have not enough money to buy this for Hyundai sonata NF, but i can clean it. Thank you for instruction.

[@Soundmanfh]

At 6:18, the damaged portion was most likely caused by applying a pair of vice-grips, instead of using a sensor socket. Trash that senser. There is a heater that runs through that portion. It is a rod that heats up to make the sensor operate correctly. The crimp has changed the heating opetating temperature of that sensor. Been there, done that.

[@blackmask494]

I did the same thing and got a p0056 o2 heating circuit

[@jaceklagodzinski8075]

The video shows how to clean the sensor. It is obvious that no normal mechanic installs a sensor with damaged heating. Redundant and misplaced comment

[@rudolphbennett3988]

​@@jaceklagodzinski8075correct 😊

[@roybdaman]

Test with an Ohmmeter across the 2 black wires. Set it to 200 Ohms and look for a reading. If there is no reading the 02 sensor is bad. The Ohms should be around 2 to 2.5 on the 200 Ohm scale.

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

Good to know.

[@ploughable]

Usually these sensors are heated therefore they have 4 wires. How many ohms should have the heating resistance?

[@BK-yu8xh]

Thank you. I had mine changed on my Corolla last week but i was unaware that you can clean them. Next time I will try this.

[@Charlie_Crown]

Sometimes the hardest part of this job is just removing the sensors, especially from cars from the rust belt

[@thewishmastur]

My 2006 Corolla with 216,000 km still got the original sensor. No engine light. My 2008 Sienna with 67,000 km which I hardly drive got the check engine light, vsc, and trac off lights come on. Sensor is bad. Quality must be really low.

[@gottosahani7571]

Thanks for the video it's helpful but replacing it is the best since opening the sensor is the most difficult job ❤

[@robinforrest7680]

Yep, already did this in my MAF and throttle body on my mk1 mx5. Great timing this video! Last week the mx5 failed it's annual inspection for pollution. I've since found a massive exhaust leak which I've fixed now, but if she fails again at retest next week I'll be doing this to the O2 sensor. Subscribed!

[@user-my8zo8uh3n]

Same subbed as well like his style

[@octavianomora5712]

Excellent tip and video, thanks for posting.

[@ricardo3761]

Obrigado pela dica, um grande abraço direto do Brasil !!!!!! God be with you !!!

[@debbeet6309]

I have a 2010 Honda Odyssey they scanned it tonight and it came out to be the O2 sensor upward and they want close to $500 to replace it I think I may try this first. Thanks for the video

[@DoubleVthree]

Theyre trying to rip you off the o2 sensors are easy to replace

[@netby]

A good brand sensor like Bosch costs around 50/60 euros ( a little more in dollars...) 😁

[@jamsocrane]

you tube wisdom. cheers. from north of 49.

[@johnhalchishick7094]

I saw a video one gentleman used an ultrasonic cleaner to get his clean those things are pretty effective. I think a good stiff solvent of some kind and ultrasonic cleaner together would one would probably lose it in the ultrasonic would probably get that stuff to break loose

[@richardking6066]

I add Archoil 6200 to my fuel - it contains PEA and seems to keep the inside of the engine very clean, so I would expect it to do the same from the o2 sensors! I recently put a bore-scope into my cylinders, and the piston heads were almost completely free of carbon deposits at 100 000 miles.

[@Prateek_Rathee2102]

Worked?

[@Bayoustate2011]

On my 07 toyota camry 2.4L with 300k, I just replaced the o2 a/f sensor and I noticed better gas mileage almost right away. The hardest part was getting the old one out.

[@srspammenot]

C.L.R. Calcium lime rust cleaner, or phosphoric acid solution after degreasing works well on most metals.

[@pjwoo276]

Have you used those things to clean sensors ?

[@ManicMechanic007]

Worth a try to save a few dollars. Thanks for sharing!

[@WigoRaizeTV]

It would be nice if you reinstalled that oxygen sensor so we can see if no check engine light will appear.

[@kendrickgreen997]

There won't be any lights on,he had to disconnect the negative battery cable

[@LAactor]

@@kendrickgreen997 no he means reinstall the sensor and complete the drive cycles to see if the cleaning worked

[@86mnillaman]

I agree, smh

[@kimchee94112]

No trouble light to begin with, just bad gas mileage. Now if trouble light comes on, that would be something!

[@86mnillaman]

@@kimchee94112 I'm in the same boat from what you said but still bad gas mileage. No trouble light but bad gas mileage and this one time hesitation and no hesitation after it happens. I dont understand

[@grilldoggy793]

Very logical, thank you for being clear in the explanation.

[@heelerhealer7552]

Like when I clean jets/tiny carb parts, I use the spray cap to soak in. Good video

[@glenncordova4027]

I'm soaking mine now. After the first hour a lot more gunk came out. I'm going to leave it over night

[@MikeKollin]

Can you use this on your throttle body to clean it?

[@benjamin4050]

Clean the sensitive cervezas lol :D Great vid!

[@raisingmax2458]

When you remove the Oxygen sensor and housing and tube, is the passage in the engine case open to the exhaust?

[@markreynolds3850]

Interesting video, thanks Peter!👍👍😊

[@garlicdawg]

great info...thnx for sharing...so when you reinstall...does check engine lite go out...?

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

Or get better fuel mileage again?

[@webpro607]

Can i use Carbon cleaner to clean the Oxy sensor?

[@martinmoffitt4702]

Disclaimer " For educational purposes only " thanks great video1

[@stanwrzesinski7696]

My 2006 Toyota RAV4, 4cyl burns 1quart of oil every 2000miles. The check engine light and ABS come on at humid and warm weather conditions. Common problem with 2006 Rav4, some were recalled for burning even more oil. I suspected that this oil is no good for O2 sensor. I cleaned the upstream sensor by soaking it in Carb. cleaner and spraying inside. Vehicle works fine, no codes but waiting for that hot, humid day that caused the failure. Summer is 3 months away.

[@thewishmastur]

Have the lights come on since you cleaned the sensor? These sensors are ridiculously expensive. $276 for the 2008 Sienna.

[@johnrobitaille4640]

@@thewishmastur FWIW I have a '06 & what I read the OE are DESNO. On AMZN downstream (narrowband) are about $50. Denso 234-4168 Oxygen Sensor - downstream, front Denso 234-4516 Oxygen Sensor - downstream, rear ...upstream (wideband) are about $100 ea, Denso 234-9042 Air Fuel Ratio Sensor - upstream, front Denso 234-9012 Air-Fuel Ratio Sensor - upstream, rear Hopefully this gent's trick works and save some $$

[@charlessapp9286]

you remind me of the Russian Hack Guy , accent wise, great vid. thanks.

[@mohe81]

Are there any chemicals I should not use on the sensor or is everything okay that works? For many car parts like intake manifold, EGR-Valve etc I use oven cleaner for example.

[@richardmartini9784]

Good work..But... 1) if you had a bad one Ohm it out to confirm bad... Then cleaned... You would have covered cleaning and Checking both working and or not.. Great little add on to your good video's

[@Voltermort]

So did it work?

[@tariqkiani8667]

Nox sensor on a Mercedes is around £300 plus the cost coding, so it would be worthwhile trying this first.

[@TheMrBennito]

Peter, excellent yet you referred to codes being thrown . A 97 Toyota Carina e isnt that sophisticated. Yet in garage they say: smog test nit passed, need to replace the one and only oxygen sensor it has. Shoyld i not simply clean it first?

[@godwinpius1531]

Can the 02 sensor be cleaned using fuel?

[@SoaringRedEagle]

Ouch!! the hell buying it..can't afford it.. Best cleaning....👍👍👍👍👍👍👍!!

[@rudysmachado5747]

Good video, as usual👍 I have the concern of spraying these sensitive sensors w/ these harsh sprays, as a little bird once told me never to spray an o2 sensor with anything. Is this true? Also, what is the normal appearance of a normal wear, non dysfunctional sensor? Is it white, as opposed to a black, sooty appearance?? Thx🔧

[@ravisunkur4766]

i have a toyota allion how should i clean the oxygen sensor

[@netby]

I only have one sensor ( Bosch ) before the catalytic in my Renault motor K4J750 ( 250.000 kms..) it´s a bit of a PITA to take it off kkkk i cleaned mine in a cup of white vinegar for an hour( it let a good amount of black particles in the bottom of the cup...) and after blow it with the compressor i've done a new and final cleaning with carb cleaner a blow it again until dry....now the motor runs like new ...no more rough idling and better acceleration...( Bosch recommends changing the sensor at 160.000 kms...) 👍

[@michaell3711]

Seems like à worthwhile move

[@netby]

@Jack Horner Yes so far so good after a 1000 kms or so the the " Long term Fuel Consumption Display " has lowered from 7.3 to 7.2 liters per 100 Kms ( not much but it´s in the good path....) attending that is a 20 year old motor with 250.000 kms....👍

[@shawneeguyman79]

I wonder if there is live Data before and after

[@CambodiaWonder]

Thank for sharing, it's very helpful!

[@916wetcustoms]

Any idea what the thread pitch on the 2 studs on an 88 4runner...3vz for the o2 sensor mounting? I take the truck to the beach alot and the nuts have rusted away entirely

[@TheWilferch]

TYPICALLY ( but CHECK !).... M18 x 1.5

[@916wetcustoms]

Had to find the tap i bought to double check. But its a m18 x 1.25 for my 88. Just incase anyone needed .

[@yousafzai374]

Can we used WD 40 to clean this censor???

[@markreynolds3850]

Thanks for sharing this video, very interesting idea

[@markreynolds3850]

Thanks for sharing your video,great information.

[@markreynolds3850]

Thanks for sharing this video great information provided.

[@sciatl2505]

I did try to clean o2 but it does not work most of the it will damages the heaters

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

Maybe beyond repair already?

[@mudassarhussain5853]

Sir, i think this sensor is for Mercedes. i want to know to what is the resistance of upstream cold oxigen sensor for w211, 2005 model, m271 engine?

[@benjaminlanglois8352]

It's not measuring tubes, its material for an electro-chemical reaction in the .7 mv range

[@csalvadorify]

Hi! So I got code P0138 for bank 1 sensor 2. I bought the toyota o2 sensor and it was installed. I thought the 1st one was bad bc it did not stop the code. So I got a replacement(warrantied). It’s still not working. Any idea what could be wrong?

[@theecstatic9686]

The code means you are running lean or rich which means the sensor might be good and it actuallyis your engine burn...find out which and keep tracing back to the engine, pump, injectors...etc...

[@sherlockvids2616]

As I was researching 02 sensor codes I came across a video that said to check the fuses first. My 2004 Yukon has a 15amp fuse under the hood for bank one and bank two. Found my fuse for bank 2 was burnt out. Not Sure if this will take care of my P0141/P0161. Might want to check your fuses too. ✌🏽

[@ptours99]

well your original code for sensor 2 is the catylitic converter it may very well be defective

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

@@ptours99 I thought that also so maybe clean the MAF sensor and change/check the air filter first.

[@kelisurfs247]

Peter, it would be nice if you show us where this sensor is on the engine.

[@DoubleVthree]

Why?

[@ronmtz4622]

They are on the exhaust system, somewhere near the Cat.

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

It is on the exhaust manifold before the cat google your vehicle model and engine.

[@barrywl01]

Great video. thank you for doing this

[@davidhaynes-q3h]

MY GOD YOU LOVE HEARING YOURSELF TALK...

[@MC-mh2ju]

Can I use CRC Electronic Cleaner?

[@abrepronto]

2015 prius code p0a08 any suggestion will be appreciate

[@tikitavi7120]

Would compressed air be okay?

[@fluffyfullbox9289]

Wonder if it works for cleaning a op rod or bolt.

[@kimchee94112]

My local Toyota dealer charges over $300 and won't give me the parts number. Of the three sensors he A/F was the most expensive.

[@blancamata7289]

Hi. You can buy the parts on eBay there are some good prices

[@jp7489]

The check engine lite wasn't on I just wanted to clean mine they had some carbon on them after cleaning my sensors i reinstall them a hour later I started up the car i triggered the check engine light bad idea!!!🤦

[@sambo314]

Did this work? I wanna try this b4 i buy a new 1

[@fortis619]

This is a 160 dollar sensor for my Tacoma , I’ll give this a go first

[@jimrossabrena7955]

How was it? Did cleaning it help?

[@gewglesux]

I know i just paid $140 at my local dealer.

[@michael184272]

Did you use a special tool to remove the sensors? If so which one and where can you acquire one from?

[@thewishmastur]

$276 cad for my 2008 Sienna. So expensive. Very high markup from Toyota dealers

[@gewglesux]

@@michael184272 Mine was rusted so i had to clean and treat the studs with a penetrating oil and then after that cut new threads.

[@culturahobby]

Amazing video! Thanks

[@abondanzieriLegassik]

Hii oil-free contact sprey cleanin is it possible ?

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

Maybe MAF sensor cleaner?

[@thewishmastur]

Soak it in Lysol Toilet Bowl cleaner over night. It should break down all the carbon build up

[@SW-Video]

Did it work in this case?

[@davesogn3329]

We will never know cuz he will never comment

[@valdiviajr1]

What happens if i cut the wires and reconect the wires to a different conector because it was different plug?

[@ptours99]

it ll work as long as you get the main wires and the heater wires seperate

[@LoneScout1]

My experience with 02 sensors is that you do not touch them….make sure you don’t contaminate them when installing or after for example reinstalling heads/exhaust after engine repair. I’ve never been able to reuse an 02 sensor after MIL/CEL except in the case of a broken harness wire. Having said that I still try to clean em every time.

[@johnhalchishick7094]

Mine is $180 ,a ten dollar or less can of spray is definitely worth my time.You already have it out anyway and getting one loose is often the hardest part of the job. Another thing to think about is what if you have a problem that is ruining the oxygen sensor. So you just going to throw a new one in there and possibly destroy it also. Nope I'm going to take my time try to learn something hopefully I'll get lucky

[@michael184272]

Was their a special tool used to remove the sensors?

[@ronslaughterandalice1018]

Not a waste of time , just shelve it for a back up when some day your money gets funny.

[@laragreene8328]

BUT THE PART on the inside of the sensor may be bad...... I guess you can clean it and see if works.

[@among832]

Intake valve cleaner how to clean oxygen 02 sensor.

[@norivesepersen2749]

nice video so educational remove clean with proper spray which is highly recommended by manufacturer clean the sensor beware not to pock the inside just use the spray to do the job after you clean it and check very carefully look beside where you seating you will find a very nice trash can then put the well cleaned sensor inside put it with care the by a new one for it is practical to use the new sensor.

[@jonathanbolagner5253]

I use my left overs Vodka to clean my 02 sensors and it wirk great!!!!

[@glenncordova4027]

You have leftovers? 🤔

[@عبودعليحدودالعابهالاسود]

انا غيرت حساس الاكسجين حق سيارتي كورالا موديل 2004 \9شهر وشتغل وبعد يومين ظهرت اشره الشك جن

[@moneytalks435]

I changed that on my camry 2002 it cost me 340$ dollars 4 years ago. I am in Montreal Canada

[@calebsmith8653]

He seems like a really nice guy for some reason

[@maces1405]

I'm going to try this. I get a check engine light for " bank one too lean". I have no vacuum leaks and I only get poor mileage after the code is tripped. If I delete the code my gas milage is good till it trips again. I would rather pay $15 for the cleaner then the $160 for a new 02 sensor.

[@saulgarcia4293]

Did cleaning it solve your problem

[@maces1405]

@@saulgarcia4293 Nope. Had to replace it.

[@ali3nvapes463]

Fuck I was hoping cleaning it would work 🤣

[@michael184272]

@@maces1405 did you use a specific tool in removing the sensors?

[@maces1405]

@@michael184272 No. I just unplugged it and used a wrench. It came right out..

[@wbwills2]

$70 is a lot for me .thx.

[@davidchirchir1472]

What is the difference between Oxygen sensor and MAP (Manifold Absolute pressure sensor)?

[@ptours99]

o2 sensor is in exhaust after manifold and secondary is after cat maf is in intake airpipe tween airfilter box and throttle body

[@FredTheLutinoCocatiel]

@@ptours99 MAP and MAF have totally different functions as you can clean the sensor wire on a MAF.

[@glenncordova4027]

MAF (Mass Air Flow) sensor

[@ravirai2244]

Dear son, I have swift car. When the AC is switched on, the pick-up lowers down. Till now the car has run near about 80,000 kms.AC compressor is ok, all Spark plugs are changed and new spark plugs are fitted,all coils are ok, throttle body cleaning done. flow of petrol is ok. Air filters are also new. Please let me know why pick-up falls down when AC is switched on. You describe very nicely. I hope you will co-operate me. Retired principal Ravi Rai India

[@letmethinkv]

Why you people are so chutiya? Who writes like that in comments?

[@irisbaez1972]

why the Mechanic, shops, and dealers do not recommend cleaning the o2 sensor? it could damage.

[@robertbonner5973]

Very interesting vlog and idea. What’s your thought on performance chips to improve gas mileage and increase hp? I’m more interested in increasing mpg.

[@astondriver]

I believe chips only applicable in diesel engines. Not gasoline

[@erikcox1947]

For Toyotas you are kind of out of luck unless you want to spend big bucks. Chips don't work the way they want you to believe. Bully Dog makes programmers for gas and diesel engines for about $400. But the most beneficial would be a flash tune from OrangeVirus Tuning for economy or performance. They can even reprogram your transmission to be smoother or be more responsive for performance.

[@chuckyaj2024]

Good video!

[@Amer-yl4gb]

Brake cleaner is much better. GDI valve cleaner is a heat activated cleaner hence you will not get as good results as a simple brake cleaner!!!

[@nelsoncanelas1978]

What about gasoline? Heard 91 octane works great when let sensor soak for 24 hours and let dry for 8 hours

[@Amer-yl4gb]

@@nelsoncanelas1978 gasoline should work too. The fumes are super dangerous so let it soak in a ventilated area..besides if an o2 sensor needs cleaning that means your engine is not running hot enough... too much fuel or not enough air in combustion... you should fix that first cause hot engine cleans o2 sensor. :)

[@huaraches702]

He talks just like Gru lol. Just watched despicable me last night 😂😂

[@pjwoo276]

I think you should reinstall it and see if your cleaning has done the trick.

[@AChavez-p5k]

Fantastic great

[@jhonmakal5395]

Thankyou sir good information

[@Stevexnycautomotive]

You can not clean a malfunction oxygen sensor and make it work. You must replace it or fix the engine problem.

[@howardboucher4744]

honest mechanic is hard to find

[@muhammadsuleman1999]

How abt with P0420 code can we clean the sensor or just buy new one I got Aurion and it's sensors are expensive

[@fredsalter1915]

My P0420 was "EVAP system, very small leak". Turned out to be the gas cap needed replacing. 2011 Tacoma V6.

[@kelvinnguyen6048]

Thank you Comrade General.. 🙏

[@jeffspeer3747]

Dipping them in boiling water while pouring baking soda on them for a couple minutes will make them pass smog test

[@azarahwagner2749]

Most O2 sensors only last 3-5 years or 30’000 to 50’000 miles . Cleaning it might help you pass an emissions test but. Also , it’s a good idea to invest in a heated air oil filter, catch cans do nothing

[@nelllopez4942]

Nice video