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Verifying Post Oxygen Sensor Connection After Repair (GROUP 01, NO. 00-03)
Reference number: GROUP 01, NO. 00-03
VERIFYING POST OXYGEN SENSOR CONNECTION AFTER REPAIR
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
OBDII DIAGNOSTIC TIPS, VERIFYING POST OXYGEN SENSOR, CONNECTIONS AFTER REPAIRS
Model(s): 1996-on Audi, All With V6 or V8 Engines with 2 Post Oxygen Sensors
Group: 01 - On-Board Diagnostic
Bulletin No.: 00-03
Date: August 7, 2000
SERVICE
During any repair that requires removing both post oxygen sensors or disconnecting their leads from the wiring harness:
- Mark both left and right post oxygen sensors and wiring harness leads prior to disconnecting and removing.
After installing the post oxygen sensors or when reconnecting harness leads to the oxygen sensors:
- Always! ensure that the correct post oxygen sensor lead is connected to the correct wiring harness connector.
- Always! ensure that the sensor is in the correct exhaust pipe.
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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.