5.7L Engine

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Fig 1: Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor & Thermostat Housing

Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

NOTE:

Viscous fan, fan shroud and electric cooling fan removed for clarity.

Apply thread sealant to the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor (2) threads.
Install the ECT sensor (2) into engine.
Tighten the ECT sensor (2) to 11 N.m (8 ft. lbs.) torque.
Connect the electrical connector to the ECT sensor (2).
Fill the cooling system the proper level. Refer to Standard Procedure .