Honda J Series O2 Sensor Replacement

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4 жыл бұрын

This video covers the diagnosis and replacement of the primary O2 sensors (front and back) on a 2008 Acura TL J series engine. This information will also apply to other J series engines of the same vintage in Honda vehicles.
This is Episode 3 in the Acura TL Series.
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@denniswho17 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU. NO ONE ON YOU TUBE IS BETTER THAN YOU. I BOUGHT THE FANCY TOOL, DIDNT WORK. CUT THE WIRE, MADE ME COMMIT, 7/8 6 POINT DEEP SOCKET A LITTLE MAP HEAT AND OFF IT CAME. I WAS DEFINATELY RELUCTANT TO COMMIT. THANKS AGAIN.

@ua7pyro591 4 жыл бұрын

What an incredible deal you got on this car! I've had my 07 TL for the last 4 years, 200k miles and it's by far the best car I've had. I'm almost scared to get a newer Acura. Insane reliability and build quality. I put a bunch of sound deadner in the car, and its whisper quiet now. Hoping to take it to half a million miles on the original transmission. 👍😏

@MrCoffeypaul 4 жыл бұрын

Honda can't be beat!

@davidregan9872 4 жыл бұрын

@@MrCoffeypaul I just bought a 99 Passport with a 3.2 in it. Are they good engines, and SUV's ? It has 163,000 mi.

@MrCoffeypaul 4 жыл бұрын

@@davidregan9872 Only one way to find out, have a mechanic do a leak down test.

@andreww7857 4 жыл бұрын

Best video of a Gen3 TL rear O2 sensor replacement on KZfaq. Eric makes quality repair and maintenance vids. Goes to a lot of trouble to make sure the videos actually show How To.

@chatkat9765 4 жыл бұрын

Eric, Thank You for the tip on the sockets for removal and installation

@sonyyoung1036 3 жыл бұрын

You provide the best detailed information on how to remove/install. The tips you provide are valuable such as removing the retainer/clips to avoid breaking them. Thanks

@Aarons14bugs Жыл бұрын

OEM was NTK on my '04. The electrical plug was the worst part. I used a crows foot for removal and install.

@ajbrown7245 4 жыл бұрын

I do miss these old ETGC video's. You know, showing you how to fix things instead of building things. II love watching repair video whether I've owned the car or not.

@ReidEvers 4 жыл бұрын

Just dropping a comment for the algorithm. Changed the O2 sensor on my 2007 Acura TL-S and this was a huge help.

@labradormcgraw 4 жыл бұрын

Just when you think ETCG can't get any better... he does. It's not just for the educational side of things; every video is a joy to watch for many reasons.

@mrdave777 3 жыл бұрын

Eric. THANK YOU for your service. We love you man!

@marccurtis3464 4 жыл бұрын

Eric the Car Guy, great mechanic! One of the first I ever watched. Recently. Found South Main Auto Repair (tracking a Honda AC problem). Eric O. & his family are some fantastic folks. As a mechanic myself, I always enjoy watching other great technicians! (Never stop learning!)

@davyarthurs 4 жыл бұрын

Scanner Danner too

@ikon8275 3 жыл бұрын

I just wanted to say thanks, I have a 2002 J Acura TL base. Even though I was the generation before this (99-03) vs (04-08), there are a ton of similarities between all these Honda J's. These videos have been so valuable as a Honda owner trying to keep my old girl running right. No BS, this Acura has been the quickest, most dependable sedan I've ever owned I'm trying to keep her running as long as I can. Thanks Eric, your the man!

@eli25jk70 4 жыл бұрын

love it that my youtube mechanic has the same car as i do now.

@dpwaaw 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video work! You go the extra mile to produce good content.

@mblake0420 4 жыл бұрын

Put a metal hose clamp on those sockets to keep them from spreading if you still have a good sensor

@zoneb609 4 жыл бұрын

Nice fucking idea!!!

@edman79 4 жыл бұрын

I've never heard of that. Sweet

@johnkruton9708 Жыл бұрын

8:46 this is gold right there for me. Once I saw you used your fingers and I got the sequence correct It came right off the bracket. I used my left hand thumb to push in toward the engine on the bracket clip and as the springy of the bracket pulled it toward the engine I used my right hand to pull the assembly back as counterforce. I’m only a DIY as necessary so for you full time mechanics these tips are normal everyday things….

@lcotto2064 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video as always!

@marccurtis3464 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Eric, Matco Tools has a great O2 Sensor crows foot! Very stout, impact grade. I've used & own (& broke) almost every O2 removal tool. But this impact tool surpasses ALL other O2 tools, hands down! Every tech should own the MST8875A. You'll be glad you have it, I promise ya!

@danswrld 4 жыл бұрын

Giddy as a kid on Christmas morning that repair videos are back........

@anthonygiordano6265 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Eric thanks a lot for helping. Keep them coming 👍

@restlessjack0042 4 жыл бұрын

Can’t never go wrong with Denso o2 sensors...instant like also!

@slumygoat 4 жыл бұрын

RestlessJack 00 NTK is O.E

@Pgcmoore 4 жыл бұрын

i just had to replace the downstream sensors on the wifes rx330, looks like i did it right, best to you and your family for the holidays @ericthecarguy!

@juanheredia4426 4 жыл бұрын

Estos tipos de videos son mis preferidos Eric gracias y feliz navidad

@mikehartmann5187 4 жыл бұрын

always nice to see some old fashion fix it videos...

@alexandercahoulan6583 Жыл бұрын

One thing I wish I was told a loooong time ago is that these are Air/Fuel Ratio sensors. Not regular oxygen sensors. The downstreams are oxygen sensors but the upstreams are A/F. You need to know this if you have any hope of reading the sensor's output on a scan tool. Its a whole different beast. I hope this assists someone out there.

@NisaOtoServis 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you we gain a lot of knowledge and experience

@thakiddj 4 жыл бұрын

Wish I watched this last year when I was installing my race header one of the 02 sensors was completely stuck in the original cat, but I was trying to take it out with the o2 socket, I believe cutting and using a normal socket would have been a piece of cake. Thank you Eric for another great video this will help me in the future!

@abrahamcesar492 2 жыл бұрын

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@jeromecade5140 2 жыл бұрын

@Abraham Cesar Instablaster :)

@abrahamcesar492 2 жыл бұрын

@Jerome Cade I really appreciate your reply. I found the site through google and Im trying it out atm. I see it takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.

@abrahamcesar492 2 жыл бұрын

@Jerome Cade it worked and I finally got access to my account again. I'm so happy! Thanks so much, you saved my account :D

@jeromecade5140 2 жыл бұрын

@Abraham Cesar You are welcome =)

@kenf8563 4 жыл бұрын

Its great watching the repairs you’re doing on this Acura. You got a great deal on the purchase of this Acura and I’m sure it will purr like a kitten when you’re finished with all the necessary repairs. Perhaps you should change the serpentine belt, radiator flush with new hoses; I forgot how many miles was on this vehicle. Keep us updated. Thanks

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

If you watch the introduction video you can see what I have planned for it. Thanks for the comment. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pq-PqtGgmduukmw.html

@rfmerrill 4 жыл бұрын

Commenting before I forget, apologies if you mention it later in the video: I put a Denso O2 sensor in my civic and while it was mostly identical, it *was* missing a little foam bushing around part of the cable that clips in place. I zip-tied it in place instead and it works fine.

@rusty6666 4 жыл бұрын

Some are not so easy to get at man im telling u had some fun with those sensors Thanks Eric good vid...

@based_will 4 жыл бұрын

I love videos where you're fixing things on normal cars

@lstephenson247 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video, you make it look so easy.

@jamesterrill1938 4 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your videos...

@lonwillis783 4 жыл бұрын

Wow Eric great job thank you Happy Holidays to you please!

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Happy Holidays to you too!

@NisaOtoServis 4 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the work you do

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Michael-fw5ef 4 жыл бұрын

Part of me hopes your Acura gives you many miles of trouble free ownership. But also the other part of me hopes I can watch more Acura repair videos from you, so I kind of hope your car breaks down on you more often so I can see how you fix it.

@cedricmerritt7664 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Keep em coming!

@rishishankarr3917 4 жыл бұрын

Removing the plastic covers from the engine bay is always satisfying...

@robertbell525 4 жыл бұрын

If it were my car I'd leave them off

@gianni9782 4 жыл бұрын

Eric is the best

@js-tu8gy 4 жыл бұрын

Cool man. I had difficulty removing the sensor clips.. And didnt know about the heat shield.

@NisaOtoServis 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I follow the same job I love you greetings from Turkey Istanbul Turkey

@philp.3978 4 жыл бұрын

Finally, a good old repair video.

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting you say that, because the way I see it, the only difference between this info and my last series is this is a Honda. Thank you for the comment.

@MIKEYSREVIEWS 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Eric. Thank You.

@originalmusic401 4 жыл бұрын

good work bro, love this car

@BADD400 4 жыл бұрын

Good video Eric

@joedominick7517 4 жыл бұрын

Nice Job Eric

@arturojimenez1808 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for the information.

@miketyler4536 10 ай бұрын

Thx Eric. Doing a 2010 Crosstour with this issue

@TendoPain696 4 жыл бұрын

Funny you made this video today because I got the code for this today 😅😅

@raykehrhahn 2 ай бұрын

helped immensely

@garyi8608 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice car. Wish it had a lot less miles on it. The engine runs smoothly. Hope it last a long time and get a lot of use out of it. Fancy and nice.

@AntonioClaudioMichael 4 жыл бұрын

Great video

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@aserta 4 жыл бұрын

You can use the sensor socket to take off a sensor that you want to reinstall (inspection, cleanup) by just using a hose clip over the socket. Doesn't even need to be any tighter than a push fit. Never broke a split socket with this method, and you can actually buy split sockets with purpose made sleeves (amazing for use with bleeding nipples on brakes).

@zoneb609 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Honda videos back

@2dfx 4 жыл бұрын

5:09 to further expand on this, if you put too much anti-seize and it contacts the sensor it will melt off when the manifold gets hot and will foul the cat.

@ask43242flight 4 жыл бұрын

as i said early, this is the best auto repair channel on youtube. after bringing back contents in the old way, i will expect to see more subscribers!

@fordwindsor351 4 жыл бұрын

Love seeing one use an anti seize as it is supposed to be, not on a spark plug. It's shocking on how many other youtubers say to use anti seize on plugs when the plug manufacturers say to not use it lol.

@sleepyhollow783 4 жыл бұрын

Classic Dirty Eric... nice to see. ☺🤘

@howtodad1358 4 жыл бұрын

Good tutorial

@joe2mercs 4 жыл бұрын

Note that O2 sensors monitor the end of the engine combustion cycle and and can be affected by upstream issues and so it can be useful to test them when removed for the car. Just check the heater wires (usually same coloured) for continuity and modest resistance (generally less than 30ohms) and the put a voltmeter (set to low voltage) across the other two wires. Holding with long reach pliers, as a way of not burning your fingers, put the tip of the O2 sensor in and out of propane/butane flame. The flame is void of O2 and provides heat. When in the flame a working O2 sensor voltage should rise to about 0.9 volts and out of the flame will drop below 0.1volts. If the sensor is caked in carbon to the extent that it inhibits O2 sensing (the voltage always stays low) then as a last resort you can heat the tip to red hot to burn off the residue. Often this will restore full function but it will be necessary to work out why your exhaust is so soot laden. A rich running engine can be due to: something as simply as low coolant so the sensor prevents the engine from entering closed loop operation; or over estimation of the amount of O2 entering the engine by a bad MAF; or excess of fuel delivery due to a bad/leaking fuel pressure regulator.

@wolleyreikivalley 18 күн бұрын

OE is NTK Denso/Nippon is an OEM for other parts / sensors on this vehicle (MAP, alternator, a/c compressor)

@johnp556 4 жыл бұрын

That's a lot of beauty covers.

@DanielRichards644 4 жыл бұрын

to my knowledge there are 2 different o2 sensor socket sizes, my trick to make this easier is to run the engine for a few minutes to warm up the exhaust, I find that makes removing an o2 sensor much easier, thats what I did for my Trailblazer.

@panzerveps 4 жыл бұрын

Depends on the car. On the cars I work on, that's the best way of getting a nice 2nd degree burn ;)

@AntonioClaudioMichael 4 жыл бұрын

Best part of installing new sensors is now you have extra pigtails for other uses

@alnuaemeaburawa7630 3 жыл бұрын

Personally, I used the same socket for installation and removal with the same sensor without any damage. what you need is just a small tick to loose the sensor then by hand till you take it out.

@restlessjack0042 4 жыл бұрын

Eric, could you make a separate video about Honda PCV valves?

@slumygoat 4 жыл бұрын

NTK is the O.E equipment not denso just in case anyone becomes misdirected. NTK 02sensoes are also less expensive at generic parts stores than their denso counterparts

@shadowbanned69 4 жыл бұрын

God I wish 1/2 the o2 sensors I've removed came out that easy....🙄😩🤬

@danh2134 4 жыл бұрын

I always need heat , it's never ever that easy for me

@AfaanOromostock- 4 жыл бұрын

I seond that 😭🙈

@BinkyCA 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Eric, i just put in monroe quikstruts into my car and after the job was done, the traction light starting blinking and the abs light came on. What should I do ?

@Wilson_Racing 4 жыл бұрын

I have a '99 Infiniti I30 with a bad rear catalytic converter but its rusted on really good after 360k miles. I'm not sure how to get it off. I also dont know what kind of replacement O2 sensor brand to go with. Would they use a Denso sensor also?

@andreboy1 4 жыл бұрын

Any videos on the Integra coming up?

@kylewoodhall4666 4 жыл бұрын

Love your vids man, my stepdad has a 2004 Acura TL he actually just got the code P2628 but we don’t understand what it means (something about too much voltage or a circuit, pretty vague) if you know anything about this code that would be super helpful ☺️

@patrickcarrillo714 3 жыл бұрын

You should do a video on replacing the engine and transmission mounts for this car because this the Accord and the Odyssey from This era the engine mounts are notorious for going bad

@konraddieselpower3633 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great videos Eric. Can you please do some Honda Ridgeline Videos? All the best...

@MrSlowestD16 4 жыл бұрын

Shit, I'd never cut the wires. What if I can't get the O2 out and have to bail on the job? I've never had an O2 sensor socket split on me, mine are impact sockets if it makes any difference, but those were the best damn investment ever. Total game changer when breaking sensors loose.

@marccurtis3464 4 жыл бұрын

MrSlowestD16 Was thinking the same thing. I only remember cutting O2's off on maybe one occasion? The Matco impact crows foot tool has yet to fail me! And it's a 3/8" drive! Very Scookum Tool!

@larrykittell726 4 жыл бұрын

Exactly! I've had to replace a manifold that wouldn't turn loose of a sensor. At least I could still drive it until I found another manifold. (I saved 80 bucks by reusing the sensor that came with the manifold)

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

The methods I show in my videos are my methods. They are not the only methods, but they do come from 20+ years of experience working as an automotive technician who spent the majority of my tenure servicing Hondas and Acuras. I'm not saying that your concerns are unfounded, I've seen O2 sensors get stuck in manifolds in the past, but I was able to remove them, usually with the application of heat, then I repaired the threads, and installed a new sensor. I have a special tap for this very thing. I have not yet needed to replace a manifold due to an O2 sensor issue using these methods. Thats been my experience. I'm not saying your experience will be the same. That would be foolish, and also arrogant in my eyes. I merely show what I feel would be the most effective, and efficient way to go about something. Thank you for your comment.

@MrSlowestD16 4 жыл бұрын

@@ericthecarguy yeah, I think you have better means both in terms of knowledge & experience and in terms of tools in case shit goes sideways when removing them. Especially on something like that j series where I'd not feel comfortable getting a torch on that rear sensor, don't know wtf I'd do. I think being a non professional adds a certain level of caution to many tasks bc it's not as easy to back up if we screw up. If those o2 impacts split I just take them back to craftsman and they replace without issues, but at least the car stays drivable until I try and figure out what in the shit I'm going to do for the next steps, which may require being done a few days later after asking people online or real mechankcs or whatnot. Also, I think doing as few of them as I do the tools get used a lot less, and especially in a climate I have (moderate hot to moderate cool year round, no snow/salt) I think the chances of me running into a crazy sensor that's rusted in there is pretty low compared to somebody like you who may have done thousands by now and come across them in all types of situations. Hope that clears up my perspective, as a diy'er.

@chillbro8811 2 жыл бұрын

Video on bottom o2 sensor bank 1,2 please

@SteeZVii 4 ай бұрын

Would this process for the rear be the same for the 2010+ models? Having trouble finding more information

@cs6950 Жыл бұрын

Question: My 05 Acura TL has crank no start issue. Could bad 02 sensors be the cause??

@olliejohn2076 10 ай бұрын

Which drill and attachment you’re using to remove the engine bracket?

@roberthorvatin1539 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, fat chance youll reply to this but what code number was the tl throwing when you did this replacing the sensors?

@MrEyad1990 4 жыл бұрын

Eric, i just want to say if life ever got hard on you , or unfair to you , or if you think you are alone in this world , please remember that there is a guy far far away from you, who truly respect love and look up to you always .

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@dB_944 4 жыл бұрын

The great thing about old cars is that the spark plugs used the same 7/8 socket!

@Frost_Tiger 4 жыл бұрын

Aaah I did this dance before..... I wish I knew better though because I still have this problem but I know what it is just gonna leave it plus I did valve cover gaskets on it and they were a pain

@camom494 4 жыл бұрын

Would you ever use ntk (ngk) o2 sensors on a Honda for a replacement? Ik their parts in the ignition system are great on Asian imports but what about their o2 sensors?

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, NGK is also a supplier for Honda.

@PopleBackyardFarm 4 жыл бұрын

beautiful replacement info ! New frend Ruthie

@MyXXXcarlosXXX 4 жыл бұрын

Nice

@duhjooner 4 жыл бұрын

The first time I had to install one, I was too cheap to buy a special socket so I clamped my 7/8 socket in a vise and angle grinded a slot in it. For future reference, just buy the damn socket.

@keshmo12 4 жыл бұрын

Thomas B ha it's usually easier to just cut the wire and use a normal socket. Then tighten the new one with an open end wrench. The o2 sockets usually bend out and just strip it when it's stuck. BTW it's really really hard to drill out the porcelain stuff in an O2 sensor!

@eddieashley9337 8 ай бұрын

Hello Eric, I just found out my bank 2 sensor 2 is bad. Can you confirm where (bank 2) is located?

@hussstler786 2 жыл бұрын

Are the front sensor and the back sensor the same? When purchasing both sensors, do I just tell the parts person I need 2 o2 sensors or will they ask for the front or back? Confusing sorry

@LegoDork 4 жыл бұрын

Hope ya got the radio code,

@skano500 3 ай бұрын

I got that o2 but the connector wasn't the same. The one on the car had a fuse?

@Cramos056 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, I feel like my 08 TL is using a lot of gas. I am getting around 15city and 22highway. I did all my maintenance; spark plugs, oil changes, air filter. I am not getting a check engine code and I don’t think the previous owner has changed the oxygen sensors Do you think changing would help my MPG?

@kevinftw16 Жыл бұрын

Did 02 sensors fix your problem?

@MechanicalMikesRoadsideRepair 4 жыл бұрын

Just like my shop teacher, Eric makes working on cars look like nothing lol

@RzVids 4 жыл бұрын

Did you just add air into the cooling system by removing that tank?

@raphaelfrancis4509 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder what's the next video going to be... Accessory belt and transmission fluid change?

@FbbcFastbikesandbeautifulcars 4 жыл бұрын

Working on alot of Suzuki's and almost always the threads are bad... :'(

@kayjay4060 5 ай бұрын

What is your MPG idling?

@Climaster 2 жыл бұрын

Help I just bought a 1997 Honda Civic with engine d16y8 . That came with code P0141 code . I’ve checked my vehicle and I’m missing the bank 2 . Is capped on the exhaust and I don’t see a connector anywhere . Any help to correct this issue ?

@ONeal397 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2010 Honda Accord V6 sedan and it used to burn oil and I had to get the engine rebuilt at 116k I'm at 155k now I don't have codes for the oxygen sensor but do you think the catalytic converter could be partially clogged from the burnt oil?

@ONeal397 4 жыл бұрын

@B Watts it's hard to tell because I got a bad engine mount somewhere