Where is the 02-sensor located?

Tiny
TONI322
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  • 2010 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 132,000 MILES
Could I get help locating my 2 o2 sensors? I believe the 2.4l 4 cylinder only has 2 but I don’t know where to locate the downstream 02 sensor. Thank you
Thursday, July 20th, 2023 AT 4:38 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Both oxygen sensors are located in the exhaust system. Sensor 1 (upstream) is before the catalytic, mounted in the exhaust manifold.

The downstream sensor, sensor 2, is right after the catalytic converter. If you look at the pic below, in red, I circled the one you asked about, the downstream.

Here is a link you may find helpful. Note: These can be difficult to remove because of corrosion. They can become very tight and hard to turn. Additionally, you will need a special socket to remove it. Most parts stores will lend one to you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-oxygen-sensor

Let me know if this helps.

Take care,

Joe

See pic below.
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Thursday, July 20th, 2023 AT 8:35 PM

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