Is this a direct plug-in replacement?

No. It is a universal sensor with bare wire ends, so you cut the connector off the old sensor and splice it onto this one.

Does it work upstream and downstream?

Yes. The heated four-wire design is used in either position, but check that the application calls for a four-wire heated sensor.

The lead is 11.77 inches, which is enough to route to the original connector location on most applications.

You need an oxygen sensor socket or wrench, plus crimpers and heat-shrink or butt connectors for the splice.

It will if the old sensor was the cause and the splice is sound. Other faults, such as a bad heater circuit or exhaust leak, will keep the light on.

Yes. Denso is a major original-equipment supplier, and its sensors are widely regarded as reliable replacements.

At Walmart, for $52.72, as of our latest check.

2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Amazon.

$52.72at WalmartChecked Nov 12

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