Recommended replacement interval for the part category Lambda sensor : 100000 km

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW POLO (6N2) 1.4, VW POLO (6N2) 1.4, VW POLO (6N2) 1.0, VW POLO (6N2) 1.6 16V GTI … View more

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Lambda sensor

Replacement: lambda sensor – VW POLO (6N2). Tools you might need:

                      Electronic spray
                    
                      High-temperature ceramic grease
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Drive socket # 10
                    
                      22-mm oxygen sensor socket
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Thread tap
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: lambda sensor – VW POLO (6N2). 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 – VW POLO (6N2) – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.

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

Unscrew the fasteners of the oxygen sensor housing cover. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Remove the oxygen sensor housing cover.
Step 6

Detach the oxygen sensor connector.
Step 7

Unscrew the oxygen sensor fastener. Use a 22-mm oxygen sensor socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Remove the oxygen sensor.
Step 9

Cut the thread for the new oxygen sensor. Use a thread tap. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Treat the oxygen sensor. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.

Step 11

Install the new oxygen sensor.
Step 12

Tighten the oxygen sensor fastener. Use a 22-mm oxygen sensor socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 37 Nm torque.
Step 13

Treat the oxygen sensor connector. Use dielectric grease.
Step 14

Attach the oxygen sensor connector.
Step 15

Install the oxygen sensor housing cover.
Step 16

Screw in the fasteners of the oxygen sensor housing cover. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.

Step 17

Lower the car.

Step 18

Switch on the ignition. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.

Step 19

Switch off the ignition.

Step 20

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 21

Close the hood.

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