How to change the O2 sensor on a Subaru Outback?

How to change the O2 sensor on a Subaru Outback?

Also, how difficult is it to change the O2 sensor. I have a 2007 Outback, 2.5 non-turbo wagon, 120,000 miles. TIA. Whenever a code is set and the check engine light comes on, the computer also disables the cruise control. It’s a “feature” of many newer vehicles. The blinking cruise light is alerting you to the fact that cruise is disabled.

What does the blinking cruise light on a Subaru Outback mean?

It’s a “feature” of many newer vehicles. The blinking cruise light is alerting you to the fact that cruise is disabled. P0037 means there is a problem with the O2 sensor heater circuit. Looks like this is for Sensor 2, so guessing that is the rear O2 sensor.

Why does the Check Engine light come on on an outback?

Oxygen sensors can change the way that your Outback’s engine runs. Most of the time, the check engine light will come on. It’s a good thing that the check engine light would come on, as there is more than one oxygen sensor, and they can be difficult to get to and test.

Is the cel light still on after replacing the O2 sensor?

The CEL light has not reappeared after the replace. Thanks a lot for all the pics and the detailed explanation. One thing to note for any other first time O2 replacers, do not attempt to remove the O2 sensor without the O2 socket and a 3/8″ drive breaker bar.

What happens if the oxygen sensor goes bad on a Subaru Outback?

When an O2 (oxygen) sensor go bad, it’ll cause your Subaru Outback ‘s engine to run less efficiently. Your Outback can exhibit symptoms when the Oxygen sensor has gone bad. Or, it may exhibit none at all. Often enough, the only sign of the problem at all is the service engine soon light being on.

Oxygen sensors can change the way that your Outback’s engine runs. Most of the time, the check engine light will come on. It’s a good thing that the check engine light would come on, as there is more than one oxygen sensor, and they can be difficult to get to and test.

Can you remove the O2 sensor on a Subaru Forester?

Thanks Peaty for the link to remove the O2 sensor. I have successfully replaced the front O2 sensor on my 2005 Subaru Forester. The CEL light has not reappeared after the replace. Thanks a lot for all the pics and the detailed explanation.

How can I tell if my oxygen sensor is bad?

Your Outback can exhibit symptoms when the Oxygen sensor has gone bad. Or, it may exhibit none at all. Often enough, the only sign of the problem at all is the service engine soon light being on. The good news is, if you end up discovering that the oxygen sensor is bad, they really aren’t that expensive to replace.