Front HO2S Heater Resistance Inspection

1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, StandardSECTION Front HO2S Heater Resistance Inspection
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  1. Disconnect the front HO2S connector.
  2. Measure the resistance between front HO2S terminals C and D.

    Front HO2S heater resistance 

    1. 2.16-2.90 ohms [20 °C {68 °F}] 
    Fig 1: Identifying HO2S Connector
    G03702085Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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