ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR > REMOVAL

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1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.



2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

NOTICE:
Do not remove the radiator reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are still hot. Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.



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  1. Drain the coolant by removing the reservoir cap and, using a wrench, remove the vent plug.



  1. Loosen the cylinder block drain cock plug and the radiator drain cock plug.

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



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3. REMOVE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR


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  1. Disconnect the sensor connector.

  1. Remove the sensor.

  1. Remove the gasket from the sensor.