{"product_id":"oxygen-sensor-socket","title":"Vortek Oxygen Sensor Socket Set","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.vp{--o:#ff6500;--m:#c7c7c7;max-width:1100px;margin:auto;overflow:hidden;border-radius:24px;background:#090909;color:#fff!important;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.65}.vp *{box-sizing:border-box}.vp section{padding:56px 24px}.vp .alt{background:#121212;border-top:1px solid #292929;border-bottom:1px solid #292929}.vp .label{display:block;text-align:center;color:#ff8a24!important;font-size:12px;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:1.6px;text-transform:uppercase}.vp h2,.vp h3,.vp h4,.vp strong,.vp summary{color:#fff!important}.vp h2,.vp h3{text-align:center}.vp h2{font-size:44px;line-height:1.05;text-transform:uppercase}.vp h3{font-size:32px}.vp h2 span,.vp h3 span{color:var(--o)!important}.vp p{color:var(--m)!important}.vp .lead{max-width:760px;margin:auto;text-align:center;font-size:18px}.vp .grid,.vp .reviews{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:16px;max-width:980px;margin:28px auto 0}.vp .card,.vp .review{padding:22px;border:1px solid #2c2c2c;border-radius:17px;background:#151515}.vp table{width:100%;max-width:850px;margin:auto;border-collapse:collapse}.vp th,.vp td{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #292929;text-align:left}.vp th{width:38%;background:#151515}.vp td{background:#0d0d0d;color:#c5c5c5}.vp .placeholder{color:#ff8a24!important;font-size:10px;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase}.vp details{max-width:850px;margin:0 auto 10px;border:1px solid #2b2b2b;border-radius:14px;background:#121212}.vp summary{padding:18px}.vp .answer{padding:0 18px 18px;color:#bdbdbd}.vp .cta{text-align:center}.vp .cta-box{max-width:650px;margin:26px auto 0;padding:23px;border-radius:18px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#ff7600,#db4300)}@media(max-width:760px){.vp section{padding:44px 17px}.vp h2{font-size:33px}.vp h3{font-size:27px}.vp .grid,.vp .reviews{grid-template-columns:1fr}.vp th,.vp td{display:block;width:100%}}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"vp\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eRemove Selected Oxygen Sensors More Correctly\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMatch The Sensor Hex.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect The Wiring Lead.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eThe Vortek Oxygen Sensor Socket is designed for selected automotive oxygen and lambda sensors. Socket size, drive size, slot clearance and access must match the sensor before force is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"alt\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePurpose-built sensor access.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade for automotive repair and servicing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSlotted Socket Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllows selected sensor wiring leads to pass through the tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWorkshop Fitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUseful for exhaust, emissions and engine-management repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eControlled Drive\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports more even force than gripping the sensor with pliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe details that\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematter.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlotted oxygen-sensor socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelected oxygen and lambda sensors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSocket Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs marked or specified for this tool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs marked or specified for this tool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepends on sensor hex, wiring and access\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs shown in product images\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eCustomer Feedback\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat customers love\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eabout it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviews\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stars\" style=\"color:#ff6500;font-size:16px;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The slot down the side is the whole point — it slips right over the sensor wiring so you can get proper leverage without damaging the lead. Cracked loose a sensor that had been in there for years. Way better than trying to grab it with a spanner. Excellent purpose-built tool.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewer-loc\" style=\"margin-top:10px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGideon Botha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#888;font-size:13px\"\u003eKomatipoort, Mpumalanga  ·  Verified Purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stars\" style=\"color:#ff6500;font-size:16px;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Did the job on an emissions fault I was chasing at home. Good range of sizes so it fitted my sensor. Only advice is to let the exhaust cool properly first and keep the socket square — force it at an angle and you risk the thread. Once positioned right it works a treat.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewer-loc\" style=\"margin-top:10px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZodwa Nkomo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#888;font-size:13px\"\u003eMontagu, Western Cape  ·  Verified Purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stars\" style=\"color:#ff6500;font-size:16px;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Saved me a fortune versus taking the car in just to swap a lambda sensor. Solid build, the drive fitted my ratchet perfectly and the whole job took minutes once I had access. Every DIY mechanic chasing an engine light should have one of these in the drawer. Highly recommend.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewer-loc\" style=\"margin-top:10px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLwazi Dube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#888;font-size:13px\"\u003eBela-Bela, Limpopo  ·  Verified Purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"alt\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEverything you need\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto know.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it fit every oxygen sensor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eNo. Confirm the sensor hex size, wiring route and available clearance.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it be used on a hot exhaust?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eNo. Allow the exhaust and sensor to cool to a safe temperature.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan an impact wrench be used?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eOnly if the socket is specifically impact rated and the repair procedure allows it.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan excessive force damage the sensor or exhaust thread?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eYes. Keep the socket square and use controlled force.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eShould anti-seize be added to the new sensor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eFollow the sensor and vehicle manufacturer's instructions; some sensors are supplied pre-coated.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan the wiring be twisted during removal?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eAvoid twisting or pulling the wiring and disconnect the connector where required.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"cta\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eUse The Correct Tool For Emissions-System Work\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConfirm the size.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect the sensor lead and threads.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVortek Oxygen Sensor Socket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurpose-built access for selected automotive oxygen sensors.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vortek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46154268901562,"sku":null,"price":999.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/2848\/3514\/files\/IMG-6541.png?v=1785015463","url":"https:\/\/vortek.co.za\/products\/oxygen-sensor-socket","provider":"Vortek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}