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Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Service and Repair




Removal Procedure
1. Relieve the coolant system pressure.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor connector.

NOTE: Take care when handling the engine coolant temperature sensor. Damage to the sensor will affect the proper operation of the fuel injection system.

4. Remove the ECT sensor from the electronic ignition (EI) system ignition coil adapter.




Installation Procedure
1. Coat the threads of the ECT sensor with sealer.
2. Install the ECT sensor into the El system ignition coil adapter.

Tighten
Tighten the engine coolant temperature sensor to 15 lb-ft (20 N.m).

3. Connect the ECT sensor connector.
4. Fill the coolant system.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.