Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor on Radiator Outlet -G83-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING

Procedure 

• The engine is cold.

-- Briefly open the coolant expansion tank cap -arrow- and release any residual pressure in the cooling system and then close it again until it locks.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Reservoir Cap

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-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

Fig 2: Component Location Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

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-- Place a cloth underneath to catch any escaping coolant.

-- Remove clamp -2- and Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor on Radiator Outlet -G83-.

• Replace the O-ring after removing.

-- Insert the new engine coolant temperature sensor immediately so that as little coolant is lost as possible.

-- Fill with coolant. Refer to COOLANT, DRAINING AND FILLING .

There are additional procedures depending on the model. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor on Radiator Outlet -G83-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .