Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor -- Removal |
1. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER LOWER COVER |
Remove the clip, 5 bolts and front bumper lower cover.
2. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY |
Remove the 4 bolts and No. 1 engine under cover.
3. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT |
- CAUTION:
- Do not remove the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are still hot. Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.
Loosen the radiator drain cock plug.
- HINT:
- Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.
Drain the coolant by removing the reservoir cap and, using a wrench, remove the vent plug.
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Loosen the cylinder block drain cock plug.
Text in Illustration *1 Radiator Reservoir *2 Vent Plug *3 Radiator Drain Cock Plug *4 Cylinder Block Drain Cock Plug
4. REMOVE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR |
Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector.
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Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor.
Remove the gasket from the engine coolant temperature sensor.