Exhaust Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair

EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE (EGT) SENSOR







Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. CAUTION: Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position prior to working on the electronic engine controls or the vehicle may be damaged.

Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

3. Disconnect the appropriate exhaust gas temperature (EGT) sensor electrical connector.

4. NOTE: If necessary, lubricate the exhaust gas temperature (EGT) sensor with penetrating and lock lubricant to ease removal.

Remove the inoperative EGT sensor.
- To install, tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb-ft).

5. CAUTION: If the exhaust gas temperature (EGT) sensor bends during installation, do not straighten the EGT sensor or it may be damaged.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.