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Removal Procedure

WARNING:

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. Remove the engine oil dipstick indicator.
    3. Fig 1: View Of Electrical Connector Heat Protector
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  3. Slide the electrical connector heat protector (1) off the electrical connector.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Coolant Temperature Sensor And Electrical Connector
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  4. Disconnect the coolant temperature sensor electrical connector.
    5. Fig 3: Coolant Temperature Sensor
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  5. Remove the coolant temperature sensor.
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