Lambda sensors are used to measure the amount of oxygen in the exhaust gases. They transmit this information to the engine control unit for adjusting the fuel supply. The average service life of the components is 80,000 to 100,000 km of mileage.
What you should know about replacing lambda sensors
- Failure of the component is indicated by a reduced power of the engine, its unstable idling, and increased fuel consumption. The Check Engine dashboard warning light goes on. During acceleration, the vehicle often jerks.
- Before ordering a lambda sensor at our online store, visit a service station for the diagnostics and making a decision about the necessity of replacing the component.
- Dismantling of the old and installation of a new device should be performed at a service station. In some cases, dismantling may be difficult due to corrosion of the joints. A new component is to be installed with the use of a torque wrench, with observing the tightening torque indicated by the manufacturer.
- By avoiding the use of poor quality fuel, you can prevent accelerated wear of the component. The use of such a fuel results in deposit formation on the surface of the sensor.
