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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of ECT Sensor
    GM1836047Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  1. Install the ECT sensor.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the sensor to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

  2. Fig 2: Identifying Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1858010Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (8) to the ECT sensor (9).
  4. Slide the electrical connector heat shield down over the connector.
  5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill) .