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Installation Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: Tap out sensor mounting hole in engine head to remove any thread sealant residue. Clean any sealant residue from old sensor if the sensor is going to be reused.
    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
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  1. If the sensor is being reused, apply thread sealant GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent, to sensor threads.
  2. Install the ECT sensor.

    Tighten:  Tighten the sensor to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

  3. Connect the ECT sensor harness connector. Push in the connector until a click is heard, then pull back to confirm a positive engagement.
  4. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
  5. Fill the engine cooling system to proper level. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LNJ Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LNJ GE 47716 Fill) .