Warning: Allow sufficient time for the engine to cool before removing the ECT sensor. A hot engine may cause an excessive coolant loss or a personal injury.

Preliminary Procedure

1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
2. Disconnect the connector plug.

1

Remove the coolant temperature sensor (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
12.5 N·m (9.2 lb ft)