When to replace the Lambda Sensor on your OPEL VECTRA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Lambda sensor : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.2 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.8 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.8 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.6 i 16V (F35) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Lambda Sensor for VECTRA B Estate (31_) and other OPEL models
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Tools
Replacement: lambda sensor – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Electronic spray
High-temperature ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #22
Flare nut wrench #22
Ratchet wrench
Thread tap
Fender cover
Replacement: lambda sensor – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • After replacing the oxygen sensor, clear the trouble code from the electronic control unit and let the ECU adapt itself to the new sensor.
  • Before getting down to work, start the engine and let it warm up to operating temperature.
  • Please note: all work on the car – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Step 4
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    Clean the oxygen sensor fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  2. Step 5
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    Detach the oxygen sensor connector.
  3. Step 6
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    Unscrew the oxygen sensor fastener. Use a flare nut spanner #22.
  4. Step 7
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    Remove the oxygen sensor.
  5. Step 8
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    Cut the thread for the new oxygen sensor. Use a thread tap. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 9
    Treat the oxygen sensor. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.
    Step 10
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    Install the new oxygen sensor.
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