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Engine - Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair




ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF, L3]

1. Remove the battery cover.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

3. Remove the plug hole plate. Service and Repair

4. Drain the engine coolant. Service and Repair

5. Disconnect the ECT sensor connector.

6. Remove the ECT sensor using the SST.






7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque
- 10-14 Nm {102-142 kgf-cm, 89-123 in-lbf}