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

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR REPLACEMENT

Remove or Disconnect

^ Drain engine coolant.

1. Negative (-) battery cable.

2. ECT sensor electrical connector.






3. ECT sensor from engine coolant inlet housing.


Install or Connect


1. ECT sensor to engine coolant inlet housing.

2. ECT sensor electrical connector.

3. Negative (-) battery cable.


Tighten

^ Negative (-) battery cable-to-negative (-) battery terminal retainer to 15 Nm (11 lb.ft).

Refill engine coolant to proper level.