Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Service and Repair

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Removal and Installation

Removal

1. Relieve the coolant system pressure.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor connector.




4. Remove the ECT sensor from the electronic ignition (EI) system ignition coil adapter.

Installation

1. Coat the threads of the ECT sensor with sealer.
2. Install the ECT sensor into the EI system ignition coil adapter.

Tighten: Tighten the engine coolant temperature sensor to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).

3. Connect the ECT sensor connector.
4. Fill the coolant system.




5. Connect the negative battery cable.