[s-cars] O2 Sensor Replacement?

[Kent McLean]

HOOG23 at aol.com wrote:
> I just purchased an oxygen sensor (#13019) for my S6.
>  
> Are any special tools needed to replace it?  I'm assuming that 
> there  isn't  too much involved in replacing it.  I'll apply some high
> temp  anti-seize when  I install the new one.

"Special" tool is a US$20 O2 sensor socket, with a big slit on the 
side that allows for the wires.  Or you can cut the wires at the O2
sensor and use a regular socket (and hope the sensor comes out).

As for the anti-seize, most new sensors come with some already 
on them.  If not, be *very* stingy with the anti-seize and keep it
away from the tip -- silcon based stuff will kill your new O2 sensor.

See also:
http://www.audifans.com/twiki/bin/view/Audi/OxygenSensorTips

-- 
Kent McLean
'94 100 S Avant, "Moody"
'89 200 TQ, "Bad Puppy" up in smoke