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Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Service and Repair

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Removal and Installation

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Disconnect coupler from ECT sensor (1).
4. Remove ECT sensor (1) from water outlet cap (2).






INSTALLATION
Reference: Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Inspection Reverse removal procedure noting the following.
- Clean mating surfaces of sensor and water outlet cap (1).
- Use new O-ring.
- Tighten ECT sensor to specified torque.

Tightening torque
ECT sensor (a): 12 N.m (1.2 kg.m, 8.5 lbf.ft)






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