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Air Temperature Sensor ( Ambient / Intake ): Service and Repair



Intake Air Sensor (688)

To remove

IMPORTANT: Take care when releasing the locking mechanism on the connector so as not to damage the connector. Pull the halves straight apart to avoid bending the pins. For further information regarding connectors, refer to Connectors, handling and inspection.

1. Detach the connector.





2. Remove the sensor.

To fit
1. Fit the sensor using a new O-ring lightly coated with vaseline.

IMPORTANT: Take care when plugging in the connector so as not to damage or press out the pins/sleeves in the connector. For further information regarding connectors, refer to Connectors, handling and inspection.





2. Fit the connector.