The new one he has is for the downstream o2 sensor. They look different because one is for before the catalytic converter (CC) and the other is for the sensor that's after the CC. The old one he pulled out is the upstream o2 sensor located before the CC, and the one he bought is located after the CC. Make sure you get the right one.
How do u know which one to get? My car stalls out and I bought the upstream I believe. Haven't installed it tho as I purchased it less than 10 minutes ago.
Both are UPSTREAM Sensors just different brands, old one is OE style Denso. New one is bosch. But both of these sensors are for the bank1 sensor 1 👍 cool
Great video. However, I have a 2015 with the same engine. Apparently between the 2012 and 2015 model year GM decided to make a major change to the 02 sensor locations. The upstream sensor is now located near the bottom of the exhaust pipe. The sensor is now covered by a 18 gauge thick heat shield making it impossible to get to from the top of the engine. I had to go under the vehicle to find both of the sensors. Another issue is that space is extremely limited between the exhaust and the firewall. My 7 yr old son couldn't even get his hand up to it. Great engineering. The downstream sensor is a piece of cake. But again, great video for that model year.
Good video. Also a good tip is to add a coating of anti seize on the threads of the sensor and also maybe a small bit of electrical grease on the connector. That will make your install a little easier
Greg Randolph check your exhaust manifold, I found one the other day that was cracked causing a misreading at the upstream sensor. It was on an 2011 equinox
Thanks for the video I got my engine light check and it said it was catalyst bank one guy said I need to replace my whole coverter... But since you mention a bank 1 sensor I'm going to replace this first to see if it solve my issue then I'm going on to the radio issue...
@@LizzzYT no it didn't remove the engine light. I went to go to the yard and fortunately the catalyst converter was gone.. And to buy one was a big expensive and didn't want put too much into it. Since I had to replace the headliner since it was leaking water when it rain. Not to mention it also consume oil and it wasn't ready for an oil change. So we traded it in for a 2019 hyundai Tucson. That suv was about to be a lemon. I hope u trade that Equinox in soon since they had so many recall.
Had too change engine and the new engine only had one o2 sensor so just wired it up with the one and bypass the other what problems are going to go on or will it be OK that way?
Having trouble taking the sensor out. Sprayed W-D on it and will wait to try again tomorrow. Should I be using the special socket or regular. The space is to hard to maneuver any tool. Appreciate any help, thank you!
I'm having the same issues out of my 2011 Chevy Equinox got the exact same sensor you did but my car is still acting up did that fix your problem or was that the right sensor
I had the same problems qith the bosh sensor or aftermarket aensor on my 2011 just buy the acdelco part from a dealer it sucks but u gotta buy the acdelco one
I went to AutoZone and got the same part as in this video.2 days later my car started having the same problem so today I went to advance Auto parts and got a 02 sensor that looked like the old one just installed it will keep you updated.by the way I purchased the O2 socket for 12 to 13 Buckhead Advance Auto also I figure it's better to own it then the rent it and cheaper
I ended up replacing the plugs. I had read that the gap was supposed to be set at .43. Turns out, it's supposed to be .35. Car runs so much better now.
The best way of doing it is to spray a penetrating oil like PB Blaster, or Liquid Wrench. Let it soak for an hour spray it again and try loosing it. That's what I did on mine.
Yes, P0131 indicates the Bank1 Sensor1 O2 sensor. This is the in the "upstream" unit in the exhaust manifold that the videos shows being replaced. The four cylinder engine only has "Bank1". If you have the V6 engine, Bank1 is the side of the engine that contains the #1 cylinder.
This is a VERY helpful video. Thank you for making this. Please make more. You explain things well and are quite articulate.
The new one he has is for the downstream o2 sensor. They look different because one is for before the catalytic converter (CC) and the other is for the sensor that's after the CC. The old one he pulled out is the upstream o2 sensor located before the CC, and the one he bought is located after the CC. Make sure you get the right one.
How do u know which one to get? My car stalls out and I bought the upstream I believe. Haven't installed it tho as I purchased it less than 10 minutes ago.
I was going to say... that looks like the down stream sensor not the upstream
Ask your auto parts store employee if they are selling you the upstream or downstream one. They have different plug ins to the car
Both are UPSTREAM Sensors just different brands, old one is OE style Denso. New one is bosch. But both of these sensors are for the bank1 sensor 1 👍 cool
Thank you. Actually saw another one where they cut the wire off on top and used a regular socket to remove the old one. Saved me money.
How did you get the new one on?
yeah, how you get the new one in?
Great video. However, I have a 2015 with the same engine. Apparently between the 2012 and 2015 model year GM decided to make a major change to the 02 sensor locations. The upstream sensor is now located near the bottom of the exhaust pipe. The sensor is now covered by a 18 gauge thick heat shield making it impossible to get to from the top of the engine. I had to go under the vehicle to find both of the sensors. Another issue is that space is extremely limited between the exhaust and the firewall. My 7 yr old son couldn't even get his hand up to it. Great engineering. The downstream sensor is a piece of cake. But again, great video for that model year.
Good video. Also a good tip is to add a coating of anti seize on the threads of the sensor and also maybe a small bit of electrical grease on the connector. That will make your install a little easier
I sprayed too much penetrating oil and almost had a fire when the exhaust heated up. Very good video.
Greg Randolph check your exhaust manifold, I found one the other day that was cracked causing a misreading at the upstream sensor. It was on an 2011 equinox
Getting the job done thanks to you!! 🙏🏻
my 2015 equinox bank 1 oxygen sensor went the other day. thanks for the video.
Would this potentially fix the P0420 code? My 2011 equinox has no driving issues, other than check engine light.
Sometimes what helps is showing witch way to turn the bolt when removing it
Does anybody know
Thanks for the video I got my engine light check and it said it was catalyst bank one guy said I need to replace my whole coverter... But since you mention a bank 1 sensor I'm going to replace this first to see if it solve my issue then I'm going on to the radio issue...
Did it fix the issue?
@@LizzzYT the sensor u mean?
@@jrburger1987 yes. Did replacing the sensor remove the check engine light?
@@LizzzYT no it didn't remove the engine light. I went to go to the yard and fortunately the catalyst converter was gone.. And to buy one was a big expensive and didn't want put too much into it. Since I had to replace the headliner since it was leaking water when it rain. Not to mention it also consume oil and it wasn't ready for an oil change. So we traded it in for a 2019 hyundai Tucson. That suv was about to be a lemon. I hope u trade that Equinox in soon since they had so many recall.
@@jrburger1987 thank you for that big big piece of information
Perfect directions. Thanks
Best video, you save me few hundred dollars
Was it idling rough before you replaced them?
Had too change engine and the new engine only had one o2 sensor so just wired it up with the one and bypass the other what problems are going to go on or will it be OK that way?
Having trouble taking the sensor out. Sprayed W-D on it and will wait to try again tomorrow. Should I be using the special socket or regular. The space is to hard to maneuver any tool. Appreciate any help, thank you!
Hey Francis Gomez what did you use to get it out im having trouble getting it loose ?
Thanks for video. I am scared I am going to break the plastic pin that is on top of where you unplug it. Do I just slide it out?
Thank you ❤
Thank you!
I have a 2013 V6 Equinox and its giving me a P219B code. Any idea if this is sensor related? If so which one? Thanks
What did you do to take that sensor off cause im catching hell I tried almost every thing please let me know what you did
You will be replacing this again. Bosch o2 sensors are junk. You should only be using a Denso or delco which is denso in any Gm.
Right!!!
I'm having the same issues out of my 2011 Chevy Equinox got the exact same sensor you did but my car is still acting up did that fix your problem or was that the right sensor
I had the same problems qith the bosh sensor or aftermarket aensor on my 2011 just buy the acdelco part from a dealer it sucks but u gotta buy the acdelco one
My wife’s car has p0420 code was this the code it put out
I went to AutoZone and got the same part as in this video.2 days later my car started having the same problem so today I went to advance Auto parts and got a 02 sensor that looked like the old one just installed it will keep you updated.by the way I purchased the O2 socket for 12 to 13 Buckhead Advance Auto also I figure it's better to own it then the rent it and cheaper
Update?
Can someone explaine the symptoms please.
Sorry, it was not seen where I loosen or tighten the sensor is what it took to know
Hi do you know how was the symptoms of this? I have a 2015 equinox that in low it fail like going down and up the RPM
I ended up replacing the plugs. I had read that the gap was supposed to be set at .43. Turns out, it's supposed to be .35. Car runs so much better now.
@@houzepw you just saved me $$$$$$ thank you
I have a code po131 says low voltage oxygen sensor
Would changing it help?
Well on my wife's equinox i changed it and it took care of the problem.
Uriel Rios I'm having a real hard time taking the 02 sensor off.
Any suggestions??
The best way of doing it is to spray a penetrating oil like PB Blaster, or Liquid Wrench. Let it soak for an hour spray it again and try loosing it. That's what I did on mine.
Yes, P0131 indicates the Bank1 Sensor1 O2 sensor. This is the in the "upstream" unit in the exhaust manifold that the videos shows being replaced. The four cylinder engine only has "Bank1". If you have the V6 engine, Bank1 is the side of the engine that contains the #1 cylinder.
Use a medium ratchet lmao wtf where did you go to school lol
Anthony Frentner the SKREETS 💪🤣 he did that shit and showed a whole lotta folks how to save a lot of money buy doing it themselves