Engine Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR (ECT SENSOR)

REMOVAL




1. Disconnect battery negative cable at battery.
2. Drain coolant.

WARNING: To help avoid danger of being burned, do not remove radiator cap while engine and radiator are still hot. Scalding fluid and steam can be blown out under pressure if cap is taken off too soon.

3. Disconnect coupler from ECT sensor.
4. Remove ECT sensor from thermostat case.

INSTALLATION




Reverse removal procedure noting the following:
- Clean mating surfaces of ECT sensor and thermostat case.
- Check O-ring for damage and replace if necessary.
- Tighten ECT sensor to specified torque.

Tightening Torque
(a): 15 Nm (1.5 kg-m, 11.0 lb-ft)

- Connect coupler to ECT sensor securely.
- Refill coolant.