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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1994AEROSTAR AWD V6-245 4.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSOXYGEN SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1994 Ford Aerostar AWD V6-245 4.0L
Oxygen Sensor: Service and Repair
1994 Ford Aerostar AWD V6-245 4.0LSECTION Service and Repair
Heated Oxygen Sensor:
REMOVAL
NOTE: If excessive force is needed to remove Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S), lubricate HO2Ss with penetrating lubricant E8AZ-19A501-B or equivalent prior to removal.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect HO2Ss from engine control sensor extension wiring (12A690).
3. Raise vehicle on hoist.
4. Remove HO2Ss.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse removal procedures.
2. Tighten heated HO2Sss to 36-46 Nm (26-34 ft lb).
NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the powertrain control module relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn the adaptive strategy.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.