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How do you clean the lambda sensor?

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Oxygen sensor

The lambda probe is an integral part of the exhaust system of cars and has the important task of constantly monitoring exhaust gases, promptly alerting the control unit to any anomalies. Over the years, carbon residues may accumulate and dirty it, causing malfunctions, so it must be carefully maintained. The advice is to remove it and clean it with specific spray products, sold in auto parts stores, also available online. This cleaner should be applied and left to act for several minutes before thoroughly drying and reassembling everything.

Posted on 2 February 2025 by ScegliAuto

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