When to replace the Lambda Sensor on your VAUXHALL ASTRA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Lambda sensor : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VAUXHALL Astra Mk VI (J) GTC (P10) 1.4, VAUXHALL Astra Mk VI (J) GTC (P10) 1.4, VAUXHALL Astra Mk VI (J) GTC (P10) 1.4 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 Astra Mk VI (J) GTC (P10) and other VAUXHALL models
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Tools
Replacement: lambda sensor – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk VI (J) GTC. 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 – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk VI (J) GTC. 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 – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk VI (J) GTC – 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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