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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (A).
    Fig 1: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Component Location
    G07426132Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the fixing clip (A), and then pull the sensor from the water temperature control assembly.
    Fig 2: Identifying Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Fixing Clip
    G07426133Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION: Note that engine coolant may flow out from the water temperature control assembly when removing the sensor.
  4. Supplement the engine coolant. Refer to "COOLING SYSTEM ".
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