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Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Removal/Installation

WARNING:
  • When the engine is hot, it can badly burn. Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool before removing the ECT sensor.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.5] .)
  2. Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT .)
  3. Remove the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.5] .)
  4. Disconnect the ECT sensor connector.
  5. Remove the ECT sensor.
    Fig 1: ECT Sensor With Torque Specification
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  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Refill the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT .)