2.4L Engine

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The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor is installed into a water jacket at left front of cylinder head. See Fig 1.

WARNING: HOT, PRESSURIZED COOLANT CAN CAUSE INJURY BY SCALDING. COOLING SYSTEM MUST BE PARTIALLY DRAINED BEFORE REMOVING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR.

Partially drain cooling system.
Disconnect electrical connector from sensor.
Remove sensor from cylinder head.

Fig 1: ECT And Upper Timing Belt Cover/Bolts-2.4L

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - UPPER TIMING BELT COVER

2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR (ECT)

3 - MOUNTING BOLTS (3)