Rear Differential Fluid Temperature Sensor Replacement

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Drain the differential fluid, and reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (see REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the rear differential fluid temperature sensor cover (A) and rear differential fluid temperature sensor harness bracket D, then disconnect the rear differential fluid temperature sensor 2P connector (B).

Fig 1: Rear Differential Fluid Temperature Sensor With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the rear differential fluid temperature sensor (C).
Install the rear differential fluid temperature sensor with a new O-ring (E) in the reverse order of removal.
Refill the rear differential with the recommended fluid (see REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT ).