Engine - Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair
COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENTREMOVAL
1. Drain the engine coolant.
2. Remove the engine harness after disconnecting the ground cable of the battery.
3. Remove the engine coolant sensor.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply sealant to the sensor's threads. Tighten it to the specified torque.
Recommended sealant: Three bond NO. 1324 or LOCTITE 262
Tightening torque
The coolant sensor: 20 - 40 Nm (200 - 400 kgf-cm, 14 - 29 ft. lbs.)
2. Connect the coolant sensor to the harness.
3. Connect the ground cable of battery.
4. Refill radiator with the coolant.