Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Service and Repair

REMOVAL

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

NOTE:
- Some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.
- After the ignition switch is turned OFF, the navigation system requires approximately 90 seconds to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch OFF, wait 90 seconds or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
3. REMOVE THROTTLE BODY COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
4. REMOVE AIR CLEANER HOSE ASSEMBLY




5. REMOVE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Remove the sensor and gasket.

INSTALLATION




1. INSTALL ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
a. Install a new gasket and the sensor.

Torque: 20 N.m (204 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf)

b. Connect the connector.

2. INSTALL AIR CLEANER HOSE ASSEMBLY
3. ADD ENGINE COOLANT
4. INSPECT FOR ENGINE COOLANT LEAK
5. INSTALL THROTTLE BODY COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
6. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

NOTE: Some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.