2016 Subaru WRX BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Rear Oxygen Sensor: Installation

CAUTION: If lubricant is spilt over the exhaust pipe, wipe it off with cloth to avoid emission of smoke or causing a fire.
  1. Before installing rear oxygen sensor, apply the anti-seize compound only to the threaded portion of rear oxygen sensor to make the next removal easier.
    CAUTION: Never apply anti-seize compound to the protector of rear oxygen sensor.

    Anti-seize compound:Β 

    NEVER-SEEZ NSN, JET LUBE SS-30 or equivalentΒ 

  2. Install the rear oxygen sensor.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    30 N.m (3.1 kgf-m, 22.1 ft-lb)Β 

    Fig 1: Locating Rear Oxygen Sensor
    G10266248Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Connect the rear oxygen sensor connector to the engine harness.
    Fig 2: Locating Rear Oxygen Sensor Connector
    G10266247Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the under cover. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Under Cover. >
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Notes. >
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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.

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