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Removal and Installation

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING - 2.3L .
  3. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting ECT Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03275088Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the ECT sensor.
    Fig 2: Removing ECT Sensor
    G03275089Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    5. NOTE: Coat the threads with pipe sealant with Teflon® before installing.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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