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Engine Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
- Disconnect battery negative cable from battery.
- Drain cooling system.
- Disconnect connector from WTS.
- Remove WTS from intake manifold.

INSTALLATION
- Reverse removal procedure noting the following.
- Clean mating surfaces of sensor and intake manifold.
- Use new gasket.
- Tighten WTS to specified torque.

SENSOR TORQUE
35-55 Nm (3.5-5.5 kg-m, 25.5-39.5 ft-lb)

- Connect connector to sensor securely.
- Refill cooling system.