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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).
  3. Remove the sensor (B).
    Fig 1: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector & Sensor
    G09748743Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION: Note that engine coolant may be flowed out from the water temperature control assembly when removing the sensor.
  4. Supplement the engine coolant (Refer to "ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM ").