NTK 22046 Oxygen Sensor - Upstream Left or Upstream Right

Direct Fit Oxygen Sensor for Ford, Lincoln, Mazda

NTK 22046 is a direct fit heated oxygen sensor built for specific upstream applications on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mazda vehicles. It uses a 4-wire, threaded design with a 10.75-inch wiring harness length for OE-style replacement on the listed bank and sensor positions.

Key Features

• Direct fit oxygen sensor for specific applications
• Heated sensor design for upstream exhaust monitoring
• 4-wire configuration with 10.7500 wiring harness length
• 18.000 thread diameter and threaded mounting type
• OE-style fit, form, and function for emission control service
• Part number 22046 for easy identification

Product Details

NTK Direct Fit Oxygen Sensor 22046 is engineered for import and domestic emission control service, with manufacturing focused on ceramic control from raw material through finished sensor. NTK supplies original equipment oxygen sensors globally, and this replacement sensor is extensively tested during production to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit and reliability. This part cross-references Bosch 15755 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Upstream Right; Bank 1 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Upstream Left; Bank 2 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2010 Ford Fusion, Upstream Right; Bank 1 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2010 Ford Fusion, Upstream Left; Bank 2 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX, Upstream Right; Bank 1 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX, Upstream Left; Bank 2 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2007-2010 Lincoln MKZ, Upstream Right; Bank 1 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2007-2010 Lincoln MKZ, Upstream Left; Bank 2 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2007-2010 Mazda CX-9, Upstream Right; Bank 1 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2007-2010 Mazda CX-9, Upstream Left; Bank 2 Sensor 1 Oxygen Sensor.
• Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus, Upstream Right; Federal Emissions vehicles.
• Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus, Upstream Left; Federal Emissions vehicles.
• Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, Upstream Right; Federal Emissions vehicles.
• Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, Upstream Left; Federal Emissions vehicles.
• Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, Upstream Right; Federal Emissions vehicles.
• Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, Upstream Left; Federal Emissions vehicles.

Common Issues This Sensor Can Address

• Fault codes related to upstream oxygen sensor performance
• Incorrect air-fuel ratio feedback to the engine control system
• Reduced emissions monitoring accuracy
• Rough idle or drivability concerns tied to sensor signal issues
• Failed inspection results caused by a worn oxygen sensor

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and sensor position before ordering. This NTK 22046 oxygen sensor is specific to the listed upstream right and upstream left applications, so match the bank and sensor location exactly. Verify the connector style, thread diameter, and harness length against the original sensor before installation.

Quality Assurance

NTK is a major original equipment oxygen sensor manufacturer, and this direct fit replacement is produced with extensive manufacturing tests to support OE-level specifications. The NTK Direct Fit Oxygen Sensor line is built for accurate application coverage and dependable service on the listed Ford Edge, Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKX, Lincoln MKZ, Mazda CX-9, Ford Taurus, Ford Taurus X, and Mercury Sable applications.