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

ENGINE COOLANT TEMP SENSOR

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Partially drain cooling system.





3. Disconnect the electrical connector (2).
4. Remove engine coolant sensor (1) from coolant outlet tube (3).

INSTALLATION
1. Apply thread sealant to sensor threads.





2. Install engine coolant temperature sensor (1) into coolant outlet tube (3).
3. Tighten sensor to 28 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Connect electrical connector (2) to engine coolant temperature sensor (1).