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Engine - Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

REMOVAL
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. 2310 or LOCTITE 962T
Tightening torque
The coolant sensor: 20 - 40 Nm (200 - 400 kg-cm, 14 - 29 ft. lbs.)
2. Connect the coolant sensor to the harness.
3. Connect the ground cable of battery.
4. Refill the coolant.