Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor -G62-, Removing And Installing: Removing

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Fig 1: Identifying Engine Cover

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Engine is cold.

-- Remove the engine cover in direction of -arrows-.

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

Fig 2: Coolant Reservoir for Audi Q5

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-- Disconnect the connector -1- on the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor -G62-.

Fig 3: Identifying ECT Sensor, Retaining Clip & Connector

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NOTE:

Use A Cloth To Catch Any Leaking Coolant.

-- Remove the retaining clip -2- and the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor -G62-.