WARNING:
A hot engine and exhaust system can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until they are cool before removing the exhaust system.
CAUTION:
Do not allow flammable objects such as the taping for bundling wiring harness to come into contact with the exhaust manifold and silencer.
NOTE:
If penetrant lubricating spray penetrates the airflow hole of the HO2S, it could cause interference with the HO2S function.
When removing the HO2S, wrap a rag around the lower position so that penetrant lubricating spray does not get sprayed into the airflow hole.


1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Lift up the vehicle.
3. Remove the floor under cover. (vehicles with floor under cover).
4. Remove the insulator and brace bar. (2WD).
5. Disconnect the HO2S connector.
6. Remove the clip A from the bracket.

7. Remove the clip B.
8. Remove the HO2S using the SST
.

9. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2 S) Inspection
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2 S)Filament Repair
1. Clean the filament using isopropyl alcohol.
2. Attach tape to both sides of the filament.
3. Using a small brush or marking pen, apply silver paint.
4. After 2—3 min, carefully remove the tape without damaging the applied
area.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the rear window defro ...
Timing Chain, Chain Tensioner
Purpose, Function
Timing chain
The timing chain transmits the rotation force of the crankshaft to the camshaft
to perform the rotation timing of the crankshaft and camshaft.
Chain tensioner
The chain tensioner constantly maintains the timing chain tension and the
timing ch ...
Tcs Off Switch Inspection
1. Remove the TCS OFF switch..
2. Verify that the resistance between the TCS OFF switch terminals B and C is
as indicated in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the TCS OFF switch.
TCS OFF switch specification
Terminal
Test con ...