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02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 2:25 pm
by prolifik
Where in syd stocks these 02 removal sockets ???
they look like a spark plug socket kinda thing but with a slit up the side.
500% need one for my NB SE.
cant get to it at all even if you remove the heat shields.
or if anyone can lend me one? im in st clair 2759
Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 4:30 pm
by narita
I have just had some issues with my 01 mx5 o2.
The shop sent me the socket you are referring to, but since you need to access it from in between the gearbox and exhaust you will most likely need the short type tool.
Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 4:53 pm
by hks_kansei
Most places that sell single sockets should also have them.
I think mine came from Repco.
You can try just cutting a slot into a standard deep socket, but there's a good chance that it may splay out and slip once you put a decent bit of torque on there. (the proper o2 sockets are hardened like impact sockets)
or just chop the wires at the socket end and use a normal socket.
Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 5:48 pm
by sailaholic
I just used a spanner, is that not an option?
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Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 7:44 pm
by hks_kansei
sailaholic wrote:I just used a spanner, is that not an option?
With 15+ years of heat cycling they get stuck pretty hard.
Open spanners usually can't get the torque needed without rounding the nut. And ring spanners can't get over the wires.
Which is why I suggested cutting the wires, if you're replacing the sensor anyway there's nothing to lose.
02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 9:05 pm
by sailaholic
Ahh I could get my ring spanner over the plug of the sensor for memory (sensor wasn't factory)
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Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 9:23 pm
by manga_blue
Mate, I think you're posting on the wrong forum. This is the car one.
Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 9:33 pm
by sailaholic
What do you mean manga?
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Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 9:51 pm
by manga_blue
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Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2014 11:06 pm
by sailaholic
Where did you get the idea for prostates from :S
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Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Sat Jul 19, 2014 12:58 am
by prolifik
lol @ using a spanner...
This is a SE.
its hidden behind the exhaust dump, near impossible to get to.
Ended up getting it just now, tough as buggerey to get to which was the real issue.
Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Sat Jul 19, 2014 1:02 am
by ED_MX5
Burson Autoparts sell the socket.
If I remember I'll grab the part number on Monday.
Re: 02 Sensor sockets
Posted: Sat Jul 19, 2014 9:04 pm
by narita
damn nb8b, after trying 2 special sockets we had to just use a 22mm spanner due to its location the socket are pointless