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Engine - Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR


Removal


1. Drain the engine coolant.
2. Remove the engine harness after disconnecting the ground cable of the battery.







3. Remove the engine coolant sensor.


Installation
1. Apply sealant to the sensor's threads. Tighten it to the specified torque.

Recommended sealant
Three bond NO.1324 or LOCTITE 262


Tightening torque
The coolant sensor

20-4ONm(200-400 kg.cm, 14~29 lb.ft)


2. Connect the coolant sensor to the harness.
3. Connect the ground cable of battery.
4. Refill radiator with the coolant.