Fuel Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair

Fuel Temperature Sensor

Removal

WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable vapors are always present and may ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

1. Secure the hood in the service position.
^ Release the support struts.

2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Remove the engine cover.

CAUTION: Always plug any open connections to prevent contamination.

4. Remove the fuel temperature sensor.
^ Disconnect the electrical connector.
^ Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.







Installation

WARNING: After carrying out repairs, the fuel system must be checked visually for leaks. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

1. Install the fuel temperature sensor.
^ Clean the component mating faces.
^ Tighten the sensor to 7 Nm (5 ft. lbs.).

2. Connect the fuel temperature sensor electrical connector.
3. Install the throttle body intake.
4. Connect the battery ground cable.
^ Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (7 ft. lbs.).

5. Close the hood.