Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement General

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine cooling system to below the level of the thermostat. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
3. Remove the ECT sensor electrical connector (3).
4. Remove the ECT sensor from the thermostat housing (2).

Installation Procedure





1. Install the ECT sensor to the thermostat housing (2).
2. Install the ECT sensor electrical connector (3).
3. Refill the engine cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.