When to replace the Lambda Sensor on your TOYOTA CAMRY
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Lambda sensor : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
TOYOTA Camry Saloon (_V3_) 3.0 (MCV30_, MCV36) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Lambda Sensor for Camry Saloon (_V3_) and other TOYOTA models
Tools
Replacement: lambda sensor – TOYOTA CAMRY (MCV3_, ACV3_, _XV3_). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
High-temperature ceramic grease
Electronic spray
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #22
22-mm oxygen sensor socket
Ratchet wrench
Thread tap
Flat Screwdriver
Long nose pliers
Replacement: lambda sensor – TOYOTA CAMRY (MCV3_, ACV3_, _XV3_). 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 – TOYOTA CAMRY (MCV3_, ACV3_, _XV3_) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 2
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    Detach the oxygen sensor connector. Use a flat screwdriver. Use long nose pliers.
  2. Step 3
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    Clean the oxygen sensor fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  3. Step 4
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    Unscrew the oxygen sensor fastener. Use a 22-mm oxygen sensor socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 5
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    Clean the oxygen sensor mounting seat. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the oxygen sensor.
  6. Step 7
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    Cut the thread for the new oxygen sensor. Use a thread tap. Use a ratchet wrench.
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