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Engine Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair




REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable (-) at battery.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Disconnect coupler from ECT sensor (1).
4. Remove ECT sensor from intake manifold or water outlet cap (2).

INSTALLATION
Reverse removal procedure noting the followings.
- Clean mating surfaces of sensor and intake manifold.
- Check O-ring for damage and replace if necessary.




- Tighten ECT sensor to specified torque.

Tightening torque
ECT sensor (a): 15 N.m (1.5 kg.m, 11.0 lb-ft)


- Connect coupler to sensor securely.
- Refill cooling system.