Can you use "Universal" o2 sensors?

[asdf_]

My dad's CEL came on for the o2 sensor (bank1 sensor1) and was wondering if you can use "Universal" o2 sensors? Car is a 1999 Toyota Tacoma with the 2RZ-FE 2.4 L motor.

Also, do these car use Oxygen sensors or "Air/fuel sensors"?

I wasn't sure because on the OE type looks like this





But the "Universal" ones that look like this


and doesn't have the little bracket thing....

Would it work?

[ddnail]

Simple answer, no. As you can see, one won't go into the other. There are some universal ones out there that "might" work, but I don't recommend it. Go with oem or at the very least bosch which can be bought at the part store.
As for which one they use, well they use both. Though in different locations. The af sensor, if memory serves, is located in the engine compartment. The o2 sensor is just that, oxygen sensor, and there are 2, one located before cat and one after muffler. Hope this helps, and welcome to TS.

[The Phoenix]

The Tacoma uses "Air/Fuel Sensors."

You would probably need to get one from a dealer. They aren't going to be cheap either.

[hondapreludeg]

I would go oem I had both go bad. The toyota one is a quick and easy install they are costly but worth it. I would also get new nuts that hold it onto the exhaust also. I have a 3.4l v-6 but it should be the same idea

[L R H]

I don't like universal O2's, as most have to be soldered, or at least tightly crimped and heatshrink covered since any kind of resistance in the connection can vary the signal by a few mA, but the type you are showing; IF it has the proper connector, and the proper length wiring and enough clips, heat insulation sleeves, etc in the box to keep the wiring away from hot, moving parts it can work ok. What you are missing is a metal plate with the standard 18mm threads in it for the sensor the screw in like most other vehicles do. It was either accidentally not shown in the picture, or if you already have it it might have fell out of the box due to the fact it weighs about 3-5oz's, has sharp edges and usually falls out of the box the more it is handled. I have sold a few of these in the past, and I do prefer direct fits or dealer parts, but if it has the factory termination and correct length it usually works ok. The sensor chosen prob fits another similar vehicle that calls for the exact operational spec, and uses the exact plug, but uses the more common 18mm hole, and most aftermarkets do not have the capability or machinery to produce this style that only represents 1-2% of the market. Try it with the sellers agreement that if it will not pass the emission test/turn off CEL, that they will give a full refund, since if the part does not work as advertised it is defective.

[yspert]

for your info: there are NONE after the muffler. yspert

[ziobrtw]

Try DENSO Aftermarket: Performance Aftermarket Automobile Parts

on my 2000 I4, I seem to recall needing an air/fuel sensor, not an oxygen sensor due to the fact it had CA emissions.

[Hi Volt]

Be careful with descriptions here, a "universal fit" O2 sensor (what you were looking for) is not at all the same as a UEGO (Universal Exhaust Gas Oxygen sensor) as was pictured above, not interchangable. Either go OEM for a replacement or check out Denso or Bosch for a plug in replacement at the local parts store. A "universal fit" O2 sensor can be wired in, but save yourself the trouble and plug and play instead.

Here is an aftermarket link that shows Bosch O2 sensors for your truck

Toyota Tacoma Oxygen Sensor - 1999 99 2.7L 2.4L 3.4L 4 6 Cylinder Tacoma Pre-Runner, DLX - Toyota Bosch OE Type O2 Sensor

[v6er]

Never use aftermarket O2 sensors, you'll just be buying an oem one in a matter of time regardless.