Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Removal and Installation: Removal

Remove air cleaner assembly. See AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Disconnect negative cable at battery.
Drain coolant. See COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING .
WARNING: To avoid danger of being burned, do not remove radiator cap while engine and radiator are still hot.
Scalding fluid and steam can be blown out under pressure if cap is taken off too soon.
Disconnect connector from ECT sensor (1).

Fig 1: Locating Connector For ECT Sensor
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Remove ECT sensor from water outlet cap.