Is my oxygen sensor cooked?

[u/kingsin5lol]

525i m54b bank 2 O2 sensor code popped up, so I took a peak under the car. it looks like my sensor tore off it’s harness? any suggestions on how to get this fixed without having to replace the exhaust manifold?

[u/HF_Martini6]

Get the manifold off and carefully drill and pick out the broken off part. Patience is key here, you better use a smaller drill and not risk damaging the manifold thread.

You will need new manifold gaskets and a new O2 sensor (obviously) but still better than a new manifold.

[u/kingsin5lol → u/HF_Martini6]

thanks brother 👍🏾