Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Removal

REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (See COOLANT )
REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH HOSE (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
REMOVE AIR CLEANER CASE (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector
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2. Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor and gasket.
Fig 2: Locating Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
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