How to Tell if Your Oxygen Sensor is Faulty?

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You can determine the condition of the oxygen sensor by observing its exterior color. A normal sensor tip should be light gray in color. If it appears white or brown, replacement is necessary. Below are some precautions for using an oxygen sensor: 1. Drive smoothly whenever possible: Unless in emergency situations or poor road conditions, try to minimize severe shaking or impacts to the vehicle body, and avoid scraping the undercarriage (especially near the exhaust pipe). The oxygen sensor contains ceramic sensitive elements, which could be damaged by severe shaking or impacts. 2. Pay attention to the sensor wiring: During routine vehicle maintenance, avoid excessive pulling of the wiring. Like other electronic devices, if the wiring of the sensor is affected, leading to unreliable connections, it may interfere with the normal operation of the oxygen sensor.