Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Partially drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING - 3.0L AND 4.0L .
Loosen the clamp and disconnect the air cleaner outlet tube.

Fig 1: Loosening Clamp And Disconnect Air Cleaner Outlet Tube
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Loosen the fitting and disconnect the exhaust manifold-to-exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve tube.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Exhaust Manifold-To-EGR Valve Tube
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Remove the ignition coil bracket bolts.

Fig 3: Removing Ignition Coil Bracket Bolts
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CAUTION: Use care when lifting the intake manifold to avoid damage to the intake manifold gasket.

Fig 4: Removing Intake Manifold Bolts

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Remove the intake manifold bolts and position the intake manifold aside.
Disconnect the electrical connector.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Electrical Connector
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Remove the clip and the engine coolant temperature sender unit.

Fig 6: Removing Engine Coolant Temperature Sender Unit
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.