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

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The engine is cold.

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

-- Remove the engine compartment cover. Refer to ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the front engine cover -1- upward.

Fig 1: Engine Cover -2-

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

Fig 2: Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor -G62- location

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NOTE:

Place a cleaning cloth underneath to catch any escaping coolant.

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