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Engine - Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Removal
1. Drain the coolant to a level below the sensor.

2. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery and then remove the sensor connector.





3. Remove the coolant sensor.

Installation
1. Tighten the coolant sensor to the specified torque after applying the sealant to the screw area.

Recommended Sealant:
Threebond No. 1324N or LOCTITE 262

Tightening torque
The Coolant temperature sensor:
20 - 40 Nm (200 - 400 kg.cm, 14 - 29 lb.ft)

2. Connect the sensor to the harness.

3. Connect the ground cable to the battery.

4. Refill the engine coolant.
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