Lambda sensor

[Bobnwen]

Hi after my engine check light came on my garage diagnosed an l1 code saying it wax the lambda sensor.I purchased one from bongo shop so can anyone tell me how many hours labour I should expect to pay please to have it fitted

[scootmonkee]

I had mine done last summer as an unintended (but forewarned) consequence of a complete exhaust replacement, including catlytic converter. The garage had intended to reuse the old sensor in the new exhaust but...

If all is well it is a simple job (certainly well within the DIY remit) undertaken beneath the Bongo (so easier if it is raised up or above an inspection pit). You just need to unplug the electrical connection between the old sensor and the Bongo and unscrew the sensor from the exhaust (there is a special little socket that you can buy that has a 'split' in it, allowing the wire to pass through so that the wire does not to get in the way as you turn the socket with your ratchet wrench).

However - and this Is more common if your exhaust is old/original, as was mine - it may be seized solid removing it will strip the threads on the way out. It may only strip the threads of the old sensor (and you may fall lucky with the exhaust threads) but no guarantee.

So, 15 minute job (in the right conditions) but the garage may charge a 'per-hour-or-part-of' rate. The risk of threads being sheared in the exhaust is a possible complication (they may be able to re-tap the threads but, if not, you will need to replace that part of the exhaust).

Good luck - I hope it goes smoothly, quickly and cheaply for you.

[Bobnwen]

Thanks for the reply I hope we are lucky then as the thought of waiting for an exhaust part to be fitted is a downner

[Bobnwen]

I am well chuffed lambda sensor fitted for £24 can't fault this little garage will use all the time now for both our cars
Stubbs motors in pilsley if anyone is near

[scootmonkee]

Great news - so pleased it all went so well for you.

Thanks for coming back and letting us know how things turned out.