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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Allow sufficient time for the engine to cool before removing the ECT sensor. A hot engine may cause an excessive coolant loss or a personal injury.
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Coolant Temperature Sensor And Electrical Connector
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  2. Remove the shielding from around the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.
  3. Disconnect the ECT sensor electrical connector.
    4. Fig 2: View Of ECT Sensor
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  4. Remove the ECT sensor.
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