What is the function of the front oxygen sensor?

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MarianaFitz
07/29/25 8:07pm
The function of the front oxygen sensor is to detect the oxygen content in the exhaust gases produced after the combustion of the air-fuel mixture in the cylinders. Here are the relevant details: 1. The front oxygen sensor detects the oxygen content in the exhaust gases. Generally, a high oxygen content indicates a lean mixture, while a low oxygen content indicates a rich mixture. The front oxygen sensor transmits different electrical signals to the ECU based on the oxygen content, allowing the ECU to adjust the air-fuel mixture accordingly. 2. The automotive oxygen sensor is used to monitor the state of exhaust gases entering the three-way catalytic converter. It is an essential sensor for engines equipped with a three-way catalytic converter. If the engine's air-fuel ratio deviates from the theoretical air-fuel ratio, the three-way catalyst's ability to purify CO, HC, and NOx drops significantly. Therefore, to achieve optimal exhaust purification performance in engines with a three-way catalytic converter, the air-fuel ratio of the mixture must be tightly controlled within a narrow range around the theoretical air-fuel ratio.
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