Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Service and Repair

COMPONENTS

DISASSEMBLY
1. Drain the coolant down to sensor unit level or below.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable and disconnect the engine harness. Remove the engine coolant temperature gauge unit and sensor.

REASSEMBLY





1. Apply sealant to the threaded portion and tighten to the specified torque.

Coolant temperature sender: Three bond No. 2310 or equivalent
Coolant temperature sensor: LOCTITE 962T or equivalent

Tightening torque:
Coolant temperature sender: 10 - 12 Nm (100 - 120 kgs.cm, 7 - 9 ft. lbs.)
Coolant temperature sensor: 20 - 40 Nm (200 - 400 kgs.cm, 14 - 29 ft. lbs.)

2. Connect the harness to the coolant temperature sender, sensor.
3. Connect the battery ground cable.
4. Refill with coolant.