Too often sensors are replaced when in fact they are doing what they are suppose to do, report back to the PCM. A good diagnostic scan can capture what is going on in real time and help determine what steps need to be taken to correct the problem.
Here is a brief example of how 02 sensors work.
The powertrain control module (PCM) supplies a bias voltage of about 450 mV between the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) high signal circuit and the HO2S low reference circuit. When measured with a 10 mega ohm digital voltmeter, this may display as low as 350 mV. The oxygen sensor signal varies from about 800 mV when the exhaust is rich, to about 50 mV when the exhaust is lean.If the HO2S 1 voltage remains at or near the 450 mV bias for an extended period of time, DTC P0134 is set. If the signal amplitude of HO2S bank 1 sensor exceeds the no activity (P0134) thresholds but will not allow closed loop operation, DTC P0130 will set.
If the HO2S 1 voltage remains excessively low for an extended time, DTC P0131 will set.
If the HO2S 1 voltage remains excessively high for an extended period of time, DTC P0132 will set.
During the monitoring period, the PCM counts the number of times that a rich-to-lean and lean-to-rich response is indicated and adds the amount of time necessary to complete all transitions. With this information, an average time for each transition can be determined. If the average response time is too slow, a DTC P0133 will be set.
If the HO2S 1 voltage remains at or near the 450 mV bias for an extended period of time, DTC P0134 is set...it's possible all you need is a reflash of your OBD.
Verify you changed the correct O2 sensor. Bank one sensor one is in front of catalytic converter and is in the exhaust pipe of the cylinder head that sits the most forward from the other. A quick check is to swap both upstream sensors and the codes will follow to the other side. You didn't list what car, year , engine etc. or I could be more specific
Potential causes for a P0332 DTC include (but are not limited to):
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