Tools & supplies
- Oxygen sensor socket (22 mm / 7/8" with cutout) or 22 mm crowfoot for sensor
- 3/8" and 1/2" ratchets, breaker bar, short and long extensions, universal joint
- Torque wrench (0–100 N·m or ft·lb scale)
- Penetrating oil (PB Blaster, Kroil)
- Wire brush / coarse thread chaser
- Dielectric grease
- Anti-seize (sensor-safe; do NOT get on the sensing tip) — only if sensor threads are not pre-coated
- Multimeter and/or OBD-II scan tool (to verify heater circuit and clear codes)
- Jack, jack stands or ramps, wheel chocks
- Safety glasses, heavy gloves, shop rags
- Replacement oxygen sensor (correct OE or aftermarket for Toyota 1HD-FT — specify upstream/pre‑cat or downstream/post‑cat when ordering)
- Replacement fasteners/heatshield bolts if corroded

Safety precautions (do first)
1. Work on a cold exhaust. Let vehicle sit long enough for exhaust to cool (several hours) — hot exhaust will burn you.
2. Park on level ground, set parking brake, chock wheels. Use jack stands — never rely on a jack alone.
3. Disconnect the negative battery terminal if you’ll be unplugging the harness or working near electrical connectors (prevents shorting and accidental ECU commands).
4. Wear eye protection and gloves. Use adequate lighting and ventilation if you must run the engine to test.

Step-by-step procedure
1. Locate the sensor(s)
- Upstream (pre-catalyst) sensor is usually in the exhaust manifold or collector flange.
- Downstream (post-catalyst) sensor is in the pipe after the catalytic converter. On the 1HD‑FT there will be one or two heaters/oxygen sensors — know which one you’re replacing.

2. Raise and secure the vehicle (if needed)
- Loosen lug nuts if raising by wheels, jack the vehicle, place on stands or drive onto ramps. Chock wheels.

3. Allow exhaust to cool and apply penetrating oil
- Spray penetrating oil on the sensor threads and let it soak 10–15 minutes (longer for heavily corroded threads).

4. Remove any heat shield or obstructions
- Unbolt/remove heat shields that block access. Keep track of fasteners.

5. Unplug the electrical connector
- Follow wiring from sensor to the connector. Release any locking tabs; do not pull on wires. Use a small flat screwdriver if needed to depress clip.

6. Clean around sensor base
- Use a wire brush to remove corrosion and debris so you don’t grind contaminants into the threads when loosening.

7. Remove the sensor
- Use the oxygen sensor socket (has a slot for the wire) over the sensor hex. Attach a breaker bar or ratchet. Turn counterclockwise to break it loose.
- If it’s seized, apply more penetrating oil and try again after a soak. Heat is effective but not recommended due to risk of damaging harness/coatings. If sensor breaks off, see “pitfall” notes below.

How to use the sensor socket effectively
- Fit the socket over the sensor hex, route the lead/wire through the socket cutout, then attach ratchet or breaker bar.
- Use a long breaker bar for initial break; switch to torque wrench for final tightening.
- If space is tight, use a 22 mm crowfoot on a torque wrench or use a swivel/short extension with the sensor socket.

8. Inspect & prepare threads
- Clean the threads in the bung with a brush. Make sure the bung is not damaged or cross-threaded.
- If the new sensor does not have anti‑seize pre-applied, apply a very small smear of sensor-safe anti-seize to the threads — keep it away from the sensing tip and the first thread or two from the tip so it won’t contaminate the sensor.

9. Install new sensor
- Thread the sensor by hand first to avoid cross-threading.
- Tighten with the sensor socket. Torque to approx. 25–35 N·m (18–26 ft·lb) (typical for Toyota sensors). If you have the exact Toyota spec from the service manual, use that value.
- Reattach heat shield and any removed parts.

10. Reconnect electrical connector
- Apply a small smear of dielectric grease in the female connector (not on the pins) for corrosion protection. Connect securely until the locking tab clicks.

11. Reconnect battery and clear codes
- Reconnect negative battery terminal if disconnected.
- Use an OBD-II scanner to clear existing O2-sensor codes and verify the new sensor’s operation. If you do not have a scanner, you can reconnect and run the engine — the ECU may take some driving cycles to register the new sensor.

12. Verify operation and leak check
- Start engine, check for exhaust leaks at the sensor threads, listen for leaks, and visually inspect wiring routing (no chafing, away from hot turbo/exhaust surfaces).
- Use scan tool to check heater circuit and sensor output (if available).

Parts required / what to buy
- Correct oxygen sensor for Toyota 1HD‑FT (specify upstream vs downstream; purchase OEM part or quality aftermarket equivalent). Sensors may be 3-, 4-, or 5‑wire/heated types — match the connector and heater style.
- Anti-seize (sensor-safe) only if not pre-coated.
- New heatshield bolts if the originals are rusted.

Common pitfalls & how to avoid them
- Snapped sensor: applying insufficient penetrating oil or forcing without soaking can shear the sensor. Soak, use heat cautiously, and back off if it won’t move.
- Cross-threading: always start by hand and don’t let a power tool force threads.
- Contaminating the sensing tip: never put anti-seize or grease on the tip; do not touch tip with oily hands or cloth.
- Using the wrong sensor: match connector pin count and thread size; heated vs non-heated matters.
- Over-torquing: can damage bung threads or sensor — use proper torque.
- Damaging wiring and connectors: release clips properly and avoid pulling on wires.
- Leaving exhaust leaks: a loose sensor or damaged threads will leak — inspect for exhaust gas escape after install.
- Not checking wiring: a broken heater circuit or chafed wire will cause failure — inspect harness and check resistance with a multimeter if needed.

Testing old sensor (optional quick checks)
- Heater resistance: measure between heater pins per factory spec (multimeter). If open/very high, heater is failed.
- Live data: with scan tool, monitor sensor voltage/response. On gasoline engines the upstream cycles rapidly; on diesel consult spec. If unresponsive, replace.

Final notes
- If the sensor breaks flush in the bung, extraction may require an extractor tool or cutting/retapping the bung — that is more advanced repair and may require a machine shop.
- Always buy the correct sensor variant for the exact engine/chassis year — connector and harness length vary.

Done.
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