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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement



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Warning

When adding coolant, use DEX-COOL® coolant. If silicated coolant is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner-at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) or 24 months.


Warning

Use care when handling the coolant sensor. Damage to the coolant sensor will affect the operation of the fuel control system.



Preliminary Procedure

1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LAU/A28NER) Cooling System Draining and Filling (LBS/A20DTH) Cooling System Draining and Filling (LHU/A20NFT) .

2. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor electrical connector.


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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Procedure

1. Place a tray under the car to collect any draining coolant.

2. Release the engine control module and move to one side.

3. Release the air intake pipe and move to one side.


Tighten

22 Nm (16 lb ft)