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Engine Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair




Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor - 3.5L GTDI










1. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe and the ACL (Air Cleaner).

2. Position the RH turbocharger intake tube aside. For additional information, refer to Intake Air System Components- Exploded View in Fuel Delivery and Air Induction.

3. Remove the ground wire-to-engine front cover bolt.

4. Disconnect the Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor electrical connector.

5. Remove and discard the CHT (Cylinder Head Temperature) sensor.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).


6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Do not reuse the CHT (Cylinder Head Temperature) sensor, install a new sensor.