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

Fig. 26 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor:




The engine coolant temperature sensor threads into the front of the driver side cylinder head.

REMOVAL
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the engine coolant temperature sensor.
3. Remove the sensor.

INSTALLATION
1. Install sensor. Tighten to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
2. Connect electrical connector to sensor.
3. Fill cooling system.