Cannot remove O2 sensor

[Ameer Antar]

I agree, it shouldn't be that tough for a mechanic...using heat and an impact wrench will take that right out. If you're going to be working on these cars often, I'd definitely consider getting an electric impact wrench and socket set if you don't have compressed air. IME, for removing nuts/bolt/etc., they tend to actually cause less damage than doing it w/ a wrench. They're pretty cheap from Harbor Freight I believe. good luck.

-Ameer

---Original Message---
Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2003 14:02:48 -0500
From: "Kent McLean" <kentmclean at mindspring.com>
Subject: Re: Cannot remove O2 sensor
To: <quattro at audifans.com>, "Cat" <iceisit at earthlink.net>
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Cat wrote:
> My husband still cannot get the O2 sensor off his 87 Audo 5000
> He has tried everything (including propane) 

I'd find a mechanic with a _real_ torch and explain
the situation to him.  It shouldn't cost too much to have
him/her heat the sucker and break it loose.  Then
you'll take it from there. 

HTH,
Kent
'89 200 TQ, 'Bad Puppy'




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