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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
    GM1934571Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement .
  2. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill Diesel) .
  3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor (2).
  4. Fig 2: ECT Sensor
    GM1876211Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:

    Use care when handling the coolant sensor. Damage to the coolant sensor will affect the operation of the fuel control system.

  5. Remove the ECT sensor from the cylinder head.