Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Removal

Remove the 2 nuts and No. 1 engine cover sub-assembly.

Loosen the lower radiator drain cock plug.

CAUTION:

Do not loosen the lower radiator drain cock plug while the engine and radiator are still hot.

Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.

HINT:

Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.

Remove the radiator cap.

Loosen the cylinder block drain cock plug.

Disconnect the mass air flow meter connector.

Separate the 2 wire harness clamps.

Disconnect the No. 1 vacuum switching valve connector and the 2 vacuum hoses.

Disconnect the ventilation hose.

Loosen the No. 1 air cleaner hose clamp, release the 3 air cleaner assembly clamps and remove the air cleaner cap sub-assembly with No. 1 hose.

Remove the air cleaner filter element.

Disconnect the clamp of the engine wire.

Remove the 3 bolts and air cleaner case.

Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector.

Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor and gasket.