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Old Sep 30, 2006 | 04:13 PM
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My 126k old O2 sensor won't seem to budge on my 95 EX. I bought a removal tool, but it seems to be "separating" when I put torgue on it and I don't want to round off the old sensor.
Any ideas?
 
Old Sep 30, 2006 | 04:58 PM
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if i remember correctly, those tools are a little loose.
need to determine the exact socket using the new one that you have (if you have).
have to cut the wires - which is a gamble though, to get a socket on it.
might want to read this:

https://www.hondacivicforum.com/m_272832/tm.htm
 
Old Oct 1, 2006 | 10:02 PM
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Thanks....I'll try some heat.
 
Old Oct 1, 2006 | 11:21 PM
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Noo heres what i did. I snipped the wire, used a socket.....LOTS of WD40 and a breaker bar.
 
Old Oct 2, 2006 | 09:03 AM
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Where did you get the socket? I've tried 3 deep wells and none will reach....
 
Old Oct 2, 2006 | 09:13 AM
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i just had one that was deep enough. Maybe try a regular wrench? Just use the closed side and give it a few whacks with a hammer?
 
Old Oct 2, 2006 | 10:04 AM
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have you tried starting the car and letting in run for about 30 seconds, then shutting down and try to remove it?
 
Old Oct 2, 2006 | 10:47 AM
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Not yet. That was my next step!
I feel kinda silly about the whole thing.
 
Old Oct 2, 2006 | 11:46 AM
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make sure you are turning counterclockwise
 
Old Oct 2, 2006 | 02:26 PM
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^^^^true righty tighty, lefty loosey
 



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