Easiest Way to Remove Stuck O2 Sensor With a Hose Clamp Trick, Best Cheapest Technique.

[@denverkenyon3203]

Pro Tip: If you are taking out the o2 sensor because it is a bad sensor, you can cut the wire in order to get the box end on there, without altering the wrench.

[@noanyobiseniss7462]

usually they are not bad just need to be cleaned.

[@Airmanmx1]

There are no such thing as bad sensors. It is either faulty or operational. There are BAD children but not sensors

[@bernardkinsky1637]

Or you can bend the cable like a u and pull it through the wrench 6 sided without doing damage

[@dtnel]

If you change enough of them as professionals do then you just get a good made socket that doesn't spread. Yes you'll save time but when you get paid by your efficiency then you don't have time to mess around wondering what to do next. When you get old you can sell that tool for about 1/2-3/4 of what you paid for it unless you bought it used as well then you've made your money off of it and selling it even at half isn't that big a loss @ retirement time.

[@russellmooneyham3334]

No brainer!!!!

[@afghanboredrider]

Genius! You got me out of of a deep, dark hole and I thank you sir!

[@everydayirace]

You're welcome 👍

[@nathantrost7773]

Hahaha! I'm a mechanic . I love the way you were talking about engineers. The stuff we go through is ridiculous. Good video! cracked me up . 👍

[@everydayirace]

Every time you have to work on a car, you ask yourself where would be the worst place to put a component in the car? Then you look and that's where the part is 😄, never fails.

[@makantahi3731]

@@everydayirace in audi they are the best of the best

[@tomburns890]

My 911 turbo has so many different T screws. T25 six point, T25 five point, T25 with the security hole in the bottom. wtf, why how for what. Lol. Not to mention all the other bolts and nuts and screws sizes etc. Mercedes too. Sounds like many car manufacturers are the same. Insanity.

[@jonbarrebrammer4374]

Shave the tab down

[@pascaluduboker2271]

Wrong tool Mister, there are special sockets for oxygen sensors...

[@otowncolby]

I don’t know why, but this is one of my favorite videos on KZbin

[@senivan22]

I thought you are gonna remove the o2 sensor with just a hose clamp. It got me so interested.

[@Enzo-hb2zi]

Nice custom exhaust work sweet welds bra! That socket ain't gonna spread, and if it did the small ass clamp wont do anything. 25+ years as a tech! a 7/8 box end fits over most connectors FYI..

[@elttabykcir]

I thought the same thing! That's why I had to watch this video!

[@traviskinzler3655]

Lol me too. All that for nothing

[@ttiwkram]

Same here. That's why I gave it a "thumbs down" for inaccuracy / click baiting.

[@cliffords.8341]

Great tip. One other thing is you can grind or trim the outside part of the locking tab to allow it to go through the box end wrench. The amount needed to be removed won't compromise the integrity of the ability to stay locked. Another is to use a pair of Vise Grip around the socket to keep it from spreading. To prevent damaging the socket from the Vise Grip teeth, wrap the socket with a thin piece of metal first then clamp down on the socket. Last option is to draw a diagram of the location of each wire in the plug and remove each wire with a wire connector removal tool. What's funny is in the past few day's I've seen advertisements of a complete set of these tools that are different sizes and shapes. Working as a motorcycle, PWC, ATV, UTV technician and a machinist, I've had to make tools for various applications to get the job done. I'm retired from working on them and and now behind the counter and the thing I miss most is working at the motorcycle shop that was also a machine shop performing different types of fabrications.

[@thedoorider]

This works for me. Run engine for 1-2 minutes to warm up the exhaust system some. Take some 'Freeze it ' spray and spray the sensor ONLY to cool it down. This will shrink it slightly and it will come right out with no issues!

[@kylosolo8815]

Thanks for the tip im trying to change one on my truck

[@Ihatezidiotz]

Now THIS is a good tip.. thanks

[@leopoldpoppenberger8692]

that's the way of installing shrink fit bearings heat one and cool the other on dry ice

[@r.a.5625]

Did it work?

[@r.a.5625]

My o2 sensors are stuck. I will try today if this works

[@senorcartmenez8902]

Running your engine for 3-5 minutes to get the exhaust warm also does wonders for making it easier to break loose a sensor. That, with some pb blaster.

[@onestoptechnologies7305]

Beat me to it!!!

[@NWstockoperator]

I used a large vice grip

[@knightnrmer]

A pipe wrench has always worked for me . Might leave a couple grooves on it but unless you run over somebody no-one ever sees it .

[@Robert-xp4ii]

LOL

[@hernandovillamarinbuenaven7476]

🤦‍♂️😂🤣

[@cowboypatriot1200]

I'd like to see you use a pipe wrench on one that's between the engine and firewall , the ones where you can barely get a wrench on 😊

[@pistol4three265]

That works! I pretty much rounded mine off with wrenches. A guy at NAPA suggested I try a pipe wrench. I put my jack bar on the end of it for leverage and twisted it right out.

[@gregbray4348]

@@Robert-xp4ii il

[@chrisdb4278]

Just changed out an O2 sensor and was glad I watched your video in advance. 20+ year old O2 sensor on a Taurus 3.0 OHV. It was the sensor on the back manifold before the cat. Using the split socket with some extensions was the only way to go. Hoping for the best, but also planning for the worst, I put a hose clamp on the socket right from the start. At one point I had a 30" pipe extension on the breaker bar handle and I know it would have popped the socket without the hose clamp. At that point I considered heating with a torch, but getting it in back there looked too dicey. I started the engine, had already been warmed up a few minutes, and let it idle for about 5 more minutes. Left the split socket on the O2 sensor since it had gotten hot and didn't want to fool with loosening the hot hose clamp at that point. This may have helped things, the hot socket really heating up that sensor with the engine running. When the senor snapped loose, and you know the sound, I was sure I had stripped the threads because it came out so easily. To my delight the threads were intact. Check engine light is off now. Thanks again.

[@jbart9890]

Great tip! I was taking out an O2 sensor and it was starting to round off. Followed your tip and came out smooth as butter. Thanks!

[@everydayirace]

Glad to hear it worked for you.

[@petset77]

Yup. Any split in a socket (or gap in open ended wrench) will spread if under enough pressure. The hose clamp should keep it from opening. A small "C-clamp" might work, if there's enough space under the vehicle, or if it's tight and secure enough before trying to force things. Great tutorial, great video. Thank you.

[@pennyhelga3628]

Drove for 20 minutes to heat up the pipes and it broke loose with little effort . Heat works wonders .

[@tyronnfields7945]

Learn something new even with 20 yrs of experience....Great job sir...

[@ivegotelvis3577]

I had a vehicle service garage for over forty years,and on the vehicle it's usually too tight a space for a breaker bar to fit ,so if the sensor is being replaced anyhow we'd cut the top off with the small air cutter and then oxy/acc cherry red hot and remove with a socket.The biggest problem was not about removing them but being careful not to leave any metal behind in the threads on the exhaust pipe.

[@jsteganius6969]

Pretty sure there is an 18mm tap to clean up the threads.

[@charliec5653]

@@jsteganius6969 right you are.

[@lawrencelampke6007]

Heating up the surrounding area will almost always ruin the threads if you turn while red hot. A better way is to heat until red, then immediately douse with water. I've done it many times and it helps break it loose without affecting threads. The biggest thing is the initial breaking loose after being rusted in, after that it can usually be unscrewed by hand

[@mirose5553]

Love it. Common freaking sense. I’ve been using penetrant, heat, two worthless O2 adapters, a hammer, a sledge hammer and a tug-boat … I will try this out. Thanks!

[@crabapple6775]

where'd ya get the tug boat ?🙃

[@timokuusela5794]

I use vise grips to prevent that spreading. They also add pre-tension to the actual tool

[@markemerson2983]

Is he keeping the wire

[@kyfw6351]

This is a great idea. I always drive the vehicle for a while and let the exhaust heat up good and then use the O2 adapters to break ‘‘em free. This has always worked well for me as the O2 sensor usually breaks free easily with the exhaust hot and expanded a little. I will remember your vid if my adapter ever slips

[@1fly2fly24]

I've always heated the base that the sensor screws into with no problem. learned years ago though to use MAP gas instead of propane as it burns much hotter.

[@steveofire56765]

You can get MAPP gas? Where?

[@w3twir3d1]

Mapp gas no longer exists.. The newer map pro is no better than propane... 100° difference

[@kevinoneill41]

Yes. Propane actually has water 💦 in it LOL. Who would believe that? But it is true. That is why it is cooler. And is not as good when you use silver solder or brazing

[@Deadbuck73]

Everyone says propane isn’t as hot as map that you can’t get… at what temperature does metal stop getting hot at? I mean I’m pretty sure with a continuous source of flame it’s going to continue getting hotter… may take a minute longer… but it’s still gonna get hot… my son always says it’ll come out once it’s liquid!

[@locknload9143]

I'm in Ontario and "CAN" purchase MAPP fuel everywhere. It burns at 3,730° Fahrenheit. (used to buy propylene fuel/was discontinued. Approx.100° less). PROPANE burns at 3,560° Fahrenheit. Not much of a difference. Alot of times you need to keep heating repeatedly and spraying also. The more heat the better it works. Soon as you see it break it's hold, you can turn it back and forth repeatedly (1/10th) of a thread and this will help break up all the crap on the threads. The key is having patience and using alot of heat, & nut buster, then using the technique of breaking the rust on the thread's. It's a crappy job when there welding in practically, sometimes may take 20 mins before you can break the hold. You need to be careful you don't wreck the thread's. I just did all four o2's on my F150. It was a pain in the ass, that's for sure, but once you get the pipe/ surrounding area HOT 🔥 enough, they come right out. Mine were original, 16 years they were practically welded into the pipe. 🇨🇦

[@HeavyMetalTrunks]

Wow super simple and very effective! Crazy how we overlook the simplest solutions now days. Good job :)

[@Max-kw4px]

Awesome. Another option: you can actually pop the individual wires out of the connector without damaging it - can use a pin or a tiny screwdriver, they make little tools that 'weatherpack' connectors that work great. That way you can save the sensor, save the connector, and get the box-end of the wrench over. Also, I think buying a high end oxygen sensor socket might be money well spent - the cheapy amazon ones are soft metal and spread as you say. Either way, hose clamp trick is sweet - definitely using that next time I get a stuck sensor!!

[@hotrodray6802]

👍👍👍

[@psdaengr911]

A properly designed flare wrench would work. Most flare wrenches are cut down so that they can be used in tight spaces like an open end or box wrench. Needing that amount of clearance isn't an issue with most oxygen sensors.

[@diablo5744]

I altered a 12 point spanner to do the same thing as that kit, i just used an angle grinder to put a slot in the end of the spanner big enough to slide the wire through and cut the open end off and welded and flattened the end of a hollow heavy duty tube to the cut off end. Made a stubby one too just incase the sensor is in a tight spot. Like the hose clap idea, good thinkin sir !

[@gasgiant7122]

The voice of truth & reason, very accurate description of auto designers👍👍👍

[@HuckThis1971]

If sensor is defective, cut the wire. You can use a 6 point 22mm wrench after.

[@bhaddox3999]

I think this guys on to the right track here

[@Charlie_Crown]

He already mentioned that option in the video

[@jdwithheld8915]

@@Charlie_Crown he mentioned a 12 point box end, not 6 point….

[@Charlie_Crown]

@@jdwithheld8915 he mentioned the 'cut the wire' option, use of whatever you want to after that is implied 👍

[@chevinbarghest8453]

I agree...6 point not 12 point is essential

[@Gitnardoproductions]

This worked! Thank you Sir! So I sprayed PB Blaster let it sit for about 20 min. Attached the socket with the hose clamp, got my breaker bar with a piece of pipe end and there it went! Felt like I hit a small lottery😆

[@kelseyadams6931]

There are two more options that work really well also. You could always get a pick set or a small screwdriver and dislodge the terminals out of the plastic connector. The second option is you can buy a 7/8 socket for about five bucks from The Parts House die grinder and cut you a slot in the side and then you have your very own oxygen sensor socket for cheap.

[@1thinkhealthy]

How about cutting the tab off?

[@bonkeydollocks1879]

@@1thinkhealthy that's what I thought too

[@scientist100]

HB sells the slotted ones for 5 bucks as well I believe. Got another from them just in case but I already have a master set for all type of o2 sensors for all angle types.

[@Fakersandmakers]

Or just cut the wires and reconnect them afterwards

[@bonkeydollocks1879]

@@Fakersandmakers that's what I thought too but it messes with the ohms resistance and knackers it

[@mtnvaman]

Hey brother, it worked! I see that it's been 3 years since you made this video but I see it's still getting g views! Thanks for posting!

[@rupe53]

Have been using a 7/8" "line wrench" for years without issue. I bought it for doing front end alignments years ago and it will take a hammer without opening up. BTW, for those who say to cut the plug off, you can usually reuse the sensor if you are changing the cat because that is weak. I have found weak cats on many vehicles that have multiple cats and high miles. (over 200k)

[@Fakersandmakers]

You can reconnect the wires and reuse the sensor

[@ltlpaa2973]

Maybe a flare nut wrench would work too, or try vise grips....

[@TEXAS-SMITH]

Thats probably my problem but i hope not...sigh

[@michaelgonzalez9313]

Thanks a million. You’re technique worked for me. I bought an 03 G35 from New Jersey and the O2 sensors were seized on with rust. I popped the sensor tool on with the clamps and that baby broke loose!! Thanks again

[@everydayirace]

Glad it worked for you 👍

[@victoryfirst2878]

The oxygen sensor split hex socket I bought was really loose so I used my hydraulic press to squeeze the opening smaller for a tight fit and it worked just like that. Did not have to use a hose clamp. Worked for me fella.

[@jimbo1326]

YO!! I tried this today and it actually worked. Thanks man. Good tip. I'd been trying since Thursday to get the downstram one off my 15 Ford Fusion. Tried this and it busted right out!!! Appreciate it man.

[@everydayirace]

👍

[@ProleDaddy]

I appreciate your dialectical analysis of the capitalist system. Solidarity, comrade. Let us seize the means and make the world better, one O2 sensor at a time.

[@garygalletta5093]

Great tip! This saved my bacon tonight. After I finally decided to cut the wires on the old sensor I still couldn't get my 7/8 inch box wrench in the correct position (due to limited space) and the wrench alone did not provide enough leverage. I did not have a cheater bar (pipe) wide enough to slip over the open end of the wrench to apply leverage. I did have on 'loan' to me the same OEM Oxygen Sensor Socket Set from Autozone but discovered 3/8th inch drive crowfoot socket was actually cracked (no doubt it had been used by many people previously) and was spreading open and rounding over the edges of the sensor. Ugh! The band clamp trick bound the socket tightly together and using an appropriate sized (width and length) cheater bar I did have for my socket wrench it gave me the leverage to pop that sensor loose. That was a pleasing sound to hear. Yay!!! This worked when none of the other tools would. Thanks again for the fabulous tip.

[@everydayirace]

Great to hear it helped you out 👍

[@dennisburke8149]

This totally worked for me thanks. It was a frozen sensor in a difficult spot!

[@markmartin3152]

Liked the commentary bro, that was funny. I’m fixing to have to change my o2 sensors thanks for the heads up. 👍✌😀

[@bluefj-wc3vz]

Dude, works like a charm. I had 2 sensors that started rounding off because sockets kept spreading. Tried hose clamp. Boom, both came out. 🤘🏻🇺🇸

[@everydayirace]

Glad to hear.

[@HollowMartyr1333]

Was just having this happen causing misfires and bad mpg I seem too have misplaced my open socket :/

[@Benni-rp9or]

I'm getting ready to replace all 4 of mine. Glad I saw this video because I guarantee my socket will do exactly that. Thanks for the video

[@heknows5418]

Pipe wrench works every time

[@frostgodx]

Not a chance 😂

[@johnr2918]

Everything you say is exactly what we think!!! Awesome fix for the slippage. Thanks

[@garymcmullin2292]

not all O2 sensor sockets are made equal, the good ones are massive with high grade steel that will resist the spreading. But this is a great band aid approach for sockets that don't measure up, I have used the same technique on other fasteners, especially nylon flange nuts and such that are used to make liquid flow connections. In those situations the flange nuts stretch when the joint is tightened and will jump threads and never get tight enough to seal the joint. But the hose clamp around the nut will keep it in proper dimension and things work fine then. The old hose clamp sure can be a handy tool!

[@vr6muppet]

This is a great idea. I've had a few of these that were ridiculously tight with no work space. I'm sure I will try this someday.

[@royphelps6377]

Really good information. Yes, I've had sensor removal tools to spread as you demonstrated. I'll use this idea next time I'm removing an O2 sensor. Thanks! Using a breaker bar is almost always necessary.

[@FixIt1975]

And heat

[@jefftn5438]

If you're removing them, makes no sense to not go ahead and cut it, ot break the tab off and use whatever you want, I've been doing it for a long time and probably done a few hundred of them. Cut or break, break the little tab and it still snaps in place, so if you have an emergency and have to use it again it's not a big deal, I like to put a quick strip of electrical harness tape around pretty much every connection under the vehicle anyway just for practical reasons and the salt and moisture in my state in the winter seems to find it's way in everything. You are a good guy for sharing, and I think it's great that people do, and I still enjoy seeing the tips people come up with even after the 45 years of having my own shop, retired and not have a day off yet after almost 10 years. So ya never want to stop learning

[@raiderman28]

Great tip my man. Going to try this next time i have to remove those pesky O2 sensors

[@1fastmx5]

Watching this was funny. It was EXACTLY what happen to me...well done

[@shaunmoeller3288]

Nice trick but I would've just cut the wires I'm not gonna reuse the O2 sensor if it's bad... I'll definitely have to remember this when someone I know is doing theirs

[@chrishi3358]

Thank you very much, especially for older cars with lots of corrosion :)

[@mdnite2941]

7/8” line wrench works great! 👍

[@adviseandmorecarsandmore8346]

This real tequnique helped me I think 2 times at least. It really works like right away it breaks loose. Thanks

[@cybco]

Why doesn't this have a Million hits? This is freakin genius.

[@everydayirace]

Thanks.

[@lorence1357]

This actually works. Thank you for such a helpful tip

[@miketaylor6282]

If your set on using the closed end of the wrench, use a molex tool to remove the pins out of the connector. 03:51

[@Evangelistaadventures]

Cool tip!! Never used this technique. I’ll have to try it out sometime.

[@ronyoung6054]

I'm a 34 year tech, I bought the American made snap on tool 25 year's ago. Never broke and made me thousands over the year's. They also make same tool with a handle. If the o2 is bad then cut the wire off and put a snap on impact socket on, problem solved. If you heat the bung to much or incorrectly the threads may come off the bung

[@mt1885]

Agree - nothing worse than the guy with the $9.99 bucket-o-tools who says he fixes everything.

[@peteralessandroni3442]

Tech for 17 years. My $9.99 performance tool o2 sensor socket I bought when I first started wrenching is still my go to and works just fine.

[@AlanDike]

@@peteralessandroni3442 PT tools is one of the very few exceptions to the cheap tool rule. I've never had one fail me. I've got a 30 dollar dedicated flex head wrench for my 02 sensors that has never failed me either.. its done em on my audi, my bmw motorcycle, my f150, and even my jeep. I dont think there is a single reason not to get a well built tool .. they dont deflect when putting tq on em.

[@dougsweldingfabrication953]

Frickin awesome ! I co9uld have used this tip last week. Simple but not the first thing that came to mind when my wrench opened up. Thank you

[@jcaleca60]

I heat up the car and get it warm because I don't have an oxygen and acetylene torch but the night before I work on the car I soaked it with liquid wrench then use the special socket made for it thank God they always come out the liquid wrench the night before I'm warming up the car and using the right tool always gets it out for me

[@ephraimcamacho9600]

Smart move will try it myself! Thanks for your video!!

[@calebfarley9101]

This is a good idea however the engineers also thought of this before you so most of your oxygen sensors are barely possible to get to and much less likely to have the room to get more that one finger to them let alone both hands and a hose clamp and screw driver. Usually you can force the wrench over the connector without breaking the connector but usually when it's getting removed it's getting replaced anyways so I cut the wires off and carry on with life. Most of the time heat is the best option in my opinion.

[@kellismith4329]

Yup, 6 pt wrench and the propane torch works every time

[@brianmac1]

I bought a good quality known brand 1/2 inch drive offset sensor socket and have never had any problem. I do give them a bit of penetrating oil first, but this is good to have up my sleeve for the day when I strike the tough one. Thanks.

[@weloveups831]

Easiest way I have found is use hack saw blade to violate the crush washer. Once the washer which is the same thickness of the blade is violated. The sensor will spin right off. Sometimes by hand.

[@baby-sharkgto4902]

...... yeah but you violated the washer. Ewwwa gross. Perv.

[@stuartbear922]

Removing the washer relieves the tension and off comes the sensor.

[@weloveups831]

@@stuartbear922 just cut into a portion of the sealing washer. You don't have to get out. Just cutting into it relieves rust bond. It will twist out with the O2 sensor

[@Tracer414]

Great idea. Just wish it didn't take 6 minutes before you to finally got to the point. Thanks for sharing you your tip with everyone

[@PseudonymAliase]

Always try to tighten everything before you loosen them

[@michaelallen5505]

Along with lots of penetrating oil. Let it soak overnight if possible. Tighten, loosen, tighten, loosen, tighten, loosen...

[@RankinAedx21789]

nah. for real. it worked i did it yesterday. The last one removed was stuck. i seen it kept spreading when turning and trie to round the edges. after cutting the wires off i went for theo2 socket with the closed end, but it only when half on. then this lil think in the video did the trick. or the hore. something. it worked. i praise you my good man. 200 shilling to the broham makin da vid

[@blakebrass125]

Great idea. Learned something new today. I usually just cut the 02 sensor with a grinder and put a short 1/2" impact socket to remove. I've had trouble before with these 3/8" adapter because the pressure caused them to snap off. Anyways. Thanks a bunch. Different options is always good. 👌

[@rudypadilla9626]

Don't forget to use antisieze when u install new one . Great video / idea

[@gargoylebrother]

Pro tip number two. heat the o2 sensor bung up. The threaded part welded into the exhaust pipe with a torch propane or map work fine. you can also use an electric inductive heater. This also works great on exhaust studs and nuts if you can't get them free without rounding them off or stripping the threads. I would also invest in an thread chaser to clean up the threads after you get the sensor out.

[@MrThemold]

Heat it till it's dull red. Moves right out.

[@bsintzel]

One word....brilliant

[@eaglet260100]

Thank you so much Man! Clever idea save me for the rest of time, your awesome 😊

[@gregoryfairchild2460]

Good tip. But just to clarify. A P0420 or P0430 is NOT a faulty Oxygen sensor. The reason is that the upstream & downstream sensors must READ/ SWITCH the SAME to set the codes. This tells the computer that the converter is NOT converting gases so the downstream sensor read as if a converter is not there. If one sensor is bad, you will never get a P0420 or P0430 bc the sensors won't read the same

[@jram1852]

What about an exhaust leak, will that trigger the P0420 code?

[@Iwant2fabb]

Thank you great trick a hose clamp who would of thought !...

[@SteverRob]

I'm an engineer and I approve this message

[@stevec9669]

This video deserves a trillion views. 💯

[@ericmarks6322]

Once you get the old sensor out, some high temperature anti seize on the threads will be your best friend for any future sensor removal. Just don't get any on the part of the sensor that goes into the exhaust stream.

[@jonnyru1177]

I just changed mine. Got a tiny bit of antisieze on the end but wiped it off. Did I compromise the new sensor?

[@ericmarks6322]

@@jonnyru1177 as long as you wiped it off good before installing it you should be alright.

[@kevinpulver4027]

Good idea for a 15 second video. Thanks for the tip!

[@rickbraden4272]

This should have been a 2 minute video max.

[@MrMattDat]

Love it. Simple solution that works!

[@chrispickett3092]

Wrenches made for tubing are what I would use to begin with, that would be the best route to avoid rounding the nut to begin with. Also a little heat before removing will help a lot.

[@ssnerd583]

....you mean a pipe wrench?

[@chrispickett3092]

No I mean a flare nut wrench. Pipe wrench is for threaded pipes.

[@ssnerd583]

@@chrispickett3092 ...a flare nut wrench is useless on these.....a pipe wrench is NOT useless on these.....Pro TIP, here....yeah

[@chrispickett3092]

Not when heated smart one.

[@trumpwon8147]

Cool trick ! Before I invested in a decent dedicated O2 Sensor socket set I cut a slot in the clos d end of the wrench for just enough room for the wire to slide through. Still even the correct O2 sensor sockets I could see this trick coming in handy if you say strip The socket surface

[@Esuper1]

What if you file the tab down and round it a bit so it will go through the closed end of the wrench?

[@everydayirace]

That's something might be worth a try.

[@markhuyette8509]

Thank you for the tip and have a blessed day today 🙏

[@JAMESYBOY.]

Cut a notch in the closed end of the wrench 🔧 just enough to fit the wires thru, Just like those sockets have a cut out notch You can do the same to the closed end of the wrench, use a cuter wheel to do it It works like a charm

[@erikkopsala3564]

Yes , like the old brake bleeding hack , notched out ring spanner trick

[@BirdFromYakiVegas]

Badazz 💪🏾 trick... ThanQ came right off after this

[@ottodepaz7187]

Nice work, never had problems using just the special tool but is always good to learn from others.

[@bobholst874]

I have the socket and a rounded vise grips. It never skips and you don't need to mess with getting a screwdriver or nut driver on a hose clamp!

[@paultinwell5557]

If a hose clamp can generate enough force to prevent the correct tool spreading, I suggest you invest in better tools. Alternatively, make a steel ring which slips over the outside of the split socket… Most of the time though, heating the mounting boss with an oxy-acetylene flame will fix the problem. If the sensor is so tight, you’ll probably rip up the threads getting it out anyway.

[@geraldholland63]

Thank you for your vedieo I had a stuck O2 sensor I been dealing with for months I thought I was going to have to put it in the shop I used a the hose clamp and a breaker bar on it this morning and it popped loose thanks again

[@everydayirace]

Glad to hear it worked for you.

[@bengardezy2169]

Snap on makes a great o2 sensor socket. Its not that expensive especially if you do sensors a lot. It’s never rounded a sensor since I’ve used it. It’s nice cuz you can come from the bottom with an extension in tight places

[@diegosanchez3303]

Genial amigo,me funciono a la primera. Estaba en un apuro,gracias por compartir tu vídeo

[@brownh2orat211]

Very easy fix, don't buy junk chinese tools, both my old OTC and Snapon O2 tools have never had a flex problem.

[@bentnickel7487]

Thanks for making this video. You can never have too many options in life.

[@twogunsforme1]

Just use a pipe wrench

[@paulwoodburn4474]

Id be more bothered about the state of the exhaust rather than sensor 🤣

[@PIGLETTWTERRETS]

That was funny but yes ive been there.Those hose clamps are very usefull. Thank you subbed and liked.

[@flagmichael]

The most common cause of P0420, in my experience, is an exhaust leak ahead of the catalytic converter.

[@Pr0ph3cy-k5z]

Same with me. Either the exhaust manifold or the flange on the cat. On my personal vehicles, I apply hi-temp stove and furnace cement on the cracks/holes and I'm good to go for a few years lol.

[@erwinsm10]

Yes I agree and had I known this , money saved .

[@justinhealey2408]

I love your story of how they made sure it wasn't to easy of a job..thank you for upload

[@dannylinc6247]

Automotive technician trick, after pinpoint tests lead to replacement, use the approved tool specific for the sensor. If you use a cheap homeowners open end wrench, you could easily round it off. Since other sensors are affected, it can require trading positions of parts to come up with a reading that can be moved to another sensor location. Without investing in the proper tools, you cause more issues than paying a certified tech. If the threads in the hole are at issue, a tech can put in a new bung. Otherwise you must replace or repair your pipe accordingly. A clamp? Yes you can add a clamp for a sensor socket. Is that all you needed? You might luck into an educated guess.

[@janedoe5048]

Automotive trick. Have loads of money to buy every tool ever invented to remove component. Duly noted. Don't know why I didn't think of that.

[@dannylinc6247]

@@janedoe5048 the right tool is what a good technician uses. You can improvise or get tools at the parts store and return them after use if they're part of that program. A tech buys alot of tools he needs to fix everybody else's cars. Then people he works with ask to use them. He has to go take them back. Mechanic 101. If you play mechanic, you find out what it's like. It's good of the parts stores to offer some special tools for homers

[@kylosolo8815]

Hats off to you man it came off with out a problem

[@TheSchmed]

Put the exhaust on the car, much more difficult.

[@Chris-jy3dm]

What a brilliant simple idea I recently changed my 02 sensor bank one, cheers fella for this tip for next time 👍👍👍👍