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.

Fig 1: View Of Coolant Temperature Sensor And Electrical Connector

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Turn the ignition OFF.
Remove the front compartment sight shields as necessary. Refer Sight Shields, Hood Adjuster, Hood Bumper, Hood Latch Replacement in Body Front End.
Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 2: View Of ECT Sensor

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Remove the coolant temperature sensor.