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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: 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.
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Coolant Temperature Sensor And Electrical Connector
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  3. Remove the shielding from around the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.
  4. Disconnect the ECT sensor electrical connector.
  5. Fig 2: View Of ECT Sensor
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  6. Remove the ECT sensor.