Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
- Do not reuse the CHT sensor, install a new sensor.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI 3.7 V6] .)
- Perform the following procedure for easier access.
- Complete the "BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION .)
- Remove the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the ventilation hose. (See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR (EMISSION SYSTEM) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the TP sensor connector. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the vacuum hose (to purge solenoid valve). (See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR (EMISSION SYSTEM) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the vacuum hose (to master back). (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the dynamic chamber. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the fuel hose. (See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the fuel distributor. (See FUEL INJECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the intake manifold. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Disconnect the CHT sensor connector.
- Remove the CHT sensor using the following tools.
- Socket
3/8", 20mm, 6point
- Ratchet handle and torque wrench
3/8" Drive
- Socket
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque
- 9-12 N.m {92-122 kgf.cm, 80-106 in.lbf}
- Complete the "AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION .)