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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

Removing 

-- Briefly open the coolant reservoir cap to reduce the residual pressure in the coolant system.

-- Carefully pull the engine cover -arrows- off the 4 bolts one after the other.

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Cover -Arrows-
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-- Remove the air guide hose by loosening the hose clamps -arrows-.

Fig 2: Locating Spring Clamps
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-- Disconnect electrical connector -arrow-.

Fig 3: Identifying Connector -Arrow- To Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
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-- Remove the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor -G62-.

Installing 

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

NOTE:

Replace O-rings.

To prevent coolant loss, immediately turn the new engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor into the thread.

The hose connections as well as the air guide pipes and hoses must be free of oil and grease before installing.

Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model.

-- Check the coolant level CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL .