Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the battery cover.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the plug hole cover.
- Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT .)
- Disconnect the ECT sensor connector.
- Remove the ECT sensor using the SST.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Tightening torque 10-14 N.m {102-142 kgf.cm, 89-123 in.lbf}