Lambda sensors

Oxygen Sensor Type Code LSM 11 | D 5General Installation Instructions and RequirementsIn general, the sensor installation point must be testedsufficiently by the customer for function and durability. Installation in the exhaust line must be at a pointguaranteeing representative exhaust gas compositionwhilst also satisfying the specified temperature limits. The sensor installation location must be selected tominimise exhaust side stressing with condensationwater in order to prevent ceramic element cracking. Locate the sensor as close to the engine as possible,respecting maximum allowed temperature range. The exhaust pipe in front of the sensor should notcontain any pockets, projections, protrusions, edges,flex-tubes etc. to avoid accumulation of condensationwater. A downward slope of the pipe is recommended. Make sure, that the front hole of the double protectiontube does not point against exhaust gas stream. Never switch on the sensor heater before engine start. Installation angle should be inclined at least 10 degreestowards horizontal (electrical connection upwards).Thus preventing the collection of liquids between sensorhousing and sensor element during the cold startphase. Other installation angles must be inspected andtested individually. As the sensor receives reference air through theconnection cable, the use of cleaning/greasing fluids atthe sensor plug connection is not permitted. Assembly with special high temperature resistantgrease on the screw-in thread is recommended. Tightening torque = 40 – 60 Nm, materialcharacteristics and strength must be appropriate. Recommended material for the thread boss in theexhaust pipe: Temperature resistant stainless steel tofollowing standards; DIN 17440 1.4301 or 1.4303,SAE 30304 or 30305 (US). Thread boss dimensionsshould be as in sketch, note that sensor thread mustbe covered complete. The sensor must be covered when underseal (wax, taretc.) or spray oil is applied to the vehicle. The sensor must not be exposed to strong mechanicalshocks (e.g. while the sensor is installed). Otherwisethe sensor element may crack without visible damageat the sensor housing.∅ 25M 18 x 1.5∅ 23310.5 + 0.35≥10° Underfloor installation of the sensor remote from theengine requires an additional check of the followingpoints; positioning of the sensor with respect to stoneimpact hazard; positioning and fixing of cable andconnector with respect to mechanical damage,cable bending stress and thermal stress. The sensor should not be exposed to continuous,one-sided dripping of water, e.g. by the air-conditioningcondensation water outlet. The thermal stress couldlead to mechanical damage of the sensor. The sensor cable must not be soldered. It must only becrimped, clamped or secured by screws.2009 | 2010 Bosch Automotive Aftermarket