Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2006 Subaru Outback XT, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Exhaust Temperature Sensor: Installation
- Before installing exhaust temperature sensor, apply anti-seize compound only to the threaded portion of exhaust temperature sensor. This facilitates the next removal.CAUTION: Never apply anti-seize compound to protector of the exhaust temperature sensor.
Anti-seize compound:
NEVER-SEEZ NS-165 or the equivalent
- Install the exhaust temperature sensor.NOTE: Align the harness (A) of exhaust temperature sensor to the marking (B) of joint pipe, and tighten the screws.
Tightening torque:
21 N.m (2.1 kgf-m, 15.2 ft-lb)
- Install the joint pipe.
< Ref. to INSTALLATION , Joint Pipe. >
- Connect the battery ground cable to the battery.
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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.